Obituary of John Edward Bettridge

John Edward Bettridge, of Bayfield and formerly of Stratford, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2026 at Alexandra Marine and General Hospital, in Goderich, at the age of 89.

He is survived by his wife Margaret Murray-Nicholson, daughters Julie Hagan of Dallas, Texas and Lynne Bettridge of Toronto. John was a loving grandfather to Kristen Hagan and Bryce Hagan and great-grandfather to Hendrix Hagan and Halen Hagan.  Also remembered by extended family members.

Predeceased in death by his parents Harold and Jennie, his brother Raymond Bettridge and his first wife Joan Elaine Bettridge (nee Bishop).

John was well known and respected in the communities where he lived. He owned Bettridge Floor Coverings in Stratford for many years, followed by retirement to Bayfield where he ran a brokerage for Ford Mustang car parts and was involved in various activities in the community. Cremation has taken place.

Family and friends are invited to HOLY NAME OF MARY PARISH, Northeast corner of Peel St. N. and Widder St. E., St. Marys on Feb. 6, 2026 for visiting from 10 am until the time of the Funeral Mass at 11 am with Fr. Don Pumputis. Private family interment in St. Marys Cemetery. Reception following in the Holy Name of Mary Parish Hall.

Memorial donations may be made to the Alexandra Marine and General Hospital Foundation or the Heart & Stroke Foundation.