Obituary of Elizabeth Anne Thomson
Elizabeth “Beth” Anne Thomson (nee Vickery) passed away peacefully in Blenheim on November 28th, 2021.
Beth was born in Chatham to Margaret and Glen Vickery on September 6th,1945. She was married to Wayne Thomson for 25 years. She is survived by her sister Carol Palmer and her children David (Ricardo) and Allison (Marc) and grandchildren Alexander and Harrison.
As a teen, Beth showed dogs. After starting her family, she worked as a real estate agent for decades and loved collecting antiques, highlighted by her spinning wheel collection.
Beth had a style all of her own. Her creativity was seen in her decorating and cuisine. She loved to travel to visit David in the United Kingdom.
Beth had a distinctive laugh that will be missed by many.
A ceremony of life will be arranged in the new year.
Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com
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