Obituary of Betty-Lou Ternyik

TERNYIK, Betty-Lou At LHSC following a courageous battle with Leukemia, Betty-Lou Ternyik of Aylmer, passed away quietly on Friday morning, May 16, 2008 in her 75th year. The daughter of the late Ray and Olive (Anderson) Prong, she had lived her entire life in the Aylmer district. Amongst the mourners are her two brothers, Fred Prong of St.Thomas and Ronald (Lynda Ann) Prong, of Sparta, one sister Lynda -Mae (Larry) Jenner of Fingal. From her first marriage to Billie F. Tillotson (1926-1961) she is survived by one daughter Bonnie L. Tillotson-Hernandez of Thornhill, two sons Barry W. (Linda) Tillotson of St.Thomas and Budd R. (Lisa) Tillotson of Bradford. She is also survived by her husband Jim Ternyik and two daughters Brenda L. (Dave) Wilson of Guelph and Nancy K. Ternyik (Danny Vasquez) of Mississauga; six grandchildren Steven Hernandez, Deanne Eastwood, Jennifer Tillotson, James Tillotson, Sydney Wilson and Scott Wilson; two great grandchildren Erika Caldwell and Jordan Eastwood. Mrs. Ternyik was a well known and highly esteemed resident within the music and crafts community of East Elgin. She taught music in public schools for many years, was organist and choir leader for over 45 years at St.John's United Church, Springfield and St.John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Aylmer. Her ability at various crafts was also well known and appreciated, including Temari balls, sewing, decorative lights, afghans, sweaters, and quilts. Her collection of angels was both thought provoking, and astounding. She enjoyed writing poetry, composing and writing music with lyrics. Visitation at the H.A. Kebbel Funeral Home, Aylmer on Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 pm. and Thursday 12:30-1:30 where the memorial service will be held in the Chapel on Thursday, May 22, 2008 at 1:30 p.m. Cremation has taken place, burial in Aylmer Cemetery following the service. Donations to the Cancer Society or St. John's Lutheran Church appreciated by the family. Condolences at can made at kebbelfuneralhome.com