In loving memory of our beloved Betty who sadly passed away peacefully on 21st February 2026, aged 95.
Betty lived a long, fulfilled and happy life, full of laughter, travel and great friends.
Betty's funeral will be held at 11am on Thursday 9th April 2026 at Bluebell Hill Crematorium with refreshments at Bridgewood Manor Hotel to follow.
She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
We’re thinking of Betty’s family, friends and loved ones today.
We hope the service brings peace, comfort, and time to reflect on the special memories you hold close.
While no words can truly ease your loss, please know we are holding you in our thoughts.
With heartfelt condolences,
Charlotte, Legacy and In Memory Manager, and all of us at Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex
My Dearest Betty, wow what a journey we’ve been on together over the years. You picked me up when I was down , you listened to my mad cap ideas and you gave me opportunities that I could only have ever dreamed of ! Our holidays well , so many laughs , late nights and cost cutting tricks .
As you always fought my corner , as I fought yours right to the end. Even insisting on us carrying on a cruise because you were getting such good care on board . To be honest even though you had 4 days in the hospital on board after 6 weeks , we came home and you were fitter than you had been in a while.
As I said on our last evening together “ the bad penny always turns up in a crisis!” I know that brought you comfort and you could finally find peace. Thank you for our precious 40 year friendship which I will always treasure and look back on with such fondness. X
We still have memories of touring with you with Hoppickers Hockey Club
Thank you for creating this tribute fund in loving memory of Betty, we are honoured that you have chosen to support our work in celebration of her life.
We hope this becomes a comforting and meaningful space for you to visit - where memories can be shared, love remembered, and her legacy honoured.
We remain so grateful to Betty for the support she gave us, helping us to save lives across Kent, Surrey and Sussex.
With heartfelt thanks,
Charlotte, Legacy and In Memory Manager, and all of us at Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex
We played hockey with Betty for Hopickers H.C some 45+ years ago. We went to Gibraltar, Vienna, Barcelona, Holland, Belgium + others Countries. We have many memories of sharing time with Betty. She made a very good age.
Betty, we will miss you greatly. You are one of the strongest, kindest, funniest women I have ever known. I will miss your stories, your smile, and your great sense of humour. You have been a great friend and neighbour over the last 18 years. Rest in peace now. Love from Sarah, Mark and family xxx
My condolences to Dorothy's family and friends. I saw her obituary just by chance. I have never met Dorothy and I do not know whether or not we are related. My father is Frank Goland Bracking, born Strood, Kent 05/10/1919 died 21/10/2000 aged 80. He had three sisters, Kathleen, Bess and Doris. His father was also Frank Bracking, died 08/06/1922 age 34.
My darling Betty, how I miss you so very much. I'll treasure the memories of our 20 year friendship forever and often think of the laughs and fun times we had. It's so difficult to say goodbye but I'm taking comfort knowing you're now at peace after a difficult couple of years. I hope you're causing trouble up there. Until we meet again...save some sherry for me please. All my love, George xxx
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