Betty F. Ferrier

Betty F. Ferrier, April 1, 1921 – May 11, 2012, age 91, passed away peacefully in Huntington Beach, California, after suffering a major stroke. She is survived by her Son Bruce; daughter-in-law Debbie; grandchildren Suzanne, Sharon, and Catherine; great grandchildren Hailey and Alisa. Husband Alex of 48 years, oldest Son Ron, infant Son Richard, and premature infant Son all preceded Betty's passing.

Born Elizabeth Frances Mathieson in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada to Scottish immigrant parents Frank and Elizabeth Mathieson, moved to Los Angeles, California when she was a young girl. Betty graduated from Hamilton High School. Afterwards, Betty competed in Scottish Highland dancing at the 1939 San Francisco Worlds Fair, where Betty met her soon to be husband, Alex. Betty then relocated to Vancouver BC where she married Alex Ferrier in 1941. After the war years, she moved to Yakima, Washington. Betty then moved to Culver City, California in 1958. She then moved again to Victorville, California in 1984, and afterwards moved to Fountain Valley, California in 1990, where she resided until her passing.

Betty was active in the United Scottish Society, Daughters of Scotia (Lady Cameron Lodge), Emblem Club, and The Red Hat Society. Betty attended Beachpoint Church, Fountain Valley, California.

Services at Forest Lawn, Covina Hills, California, Friday, May 18 at 9:00 AM; visitation viewing May 17, 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Pastor Bill Staffieri of Beachpoint Church officiating. A special thank you to compassionate and wonderful caregivers Zuly, Veronica, and Yesina.