<div itemprop="description">Elizabeth Deane Dickson (nee Somers) 1933 - 2025 of Rigaud, QC, passed away peacefully at the age of 92 with family by her side on December 22, 2025. <br>Born January 26, 1933 in Montreal, Daughter of Leslie Somers and Bessy Barber. Predeceased by her first husband Roy Dohn and second husband Robert Dickson, daughters Gail and Janet, step daughters Kim and Marnie and step grandson David <br> <br>She was an only child, and always wanted a large family because of that. She took piano lessons, studied art and worked for a short time before raising her family of 6. <br>She spent much of her life surrounded by the animals and landscapes she loved. <br>Betty cherished her years living on a horse farm with her second husband, Bob, whose kindness and companionship brought her great comfort and joy. Horses, cats and dogs were constant sources of joy for her, and she found peace in the routines and rhythms of Sandridge Farm. Horseback riding, dog walking and taking care of both the house and barn cats occupied most of Betty's time. Helping Bob aound the farm was also a big part of her agenda. Bob and Betty also traveled to many places in the world together. <br> <br>She was known by many as warm and gracious, and she enjoyed the neighbours, friends and family that were all part of her farm life. <br> <br>Betty is survived by her children Ann-Marie, Beverley , Kevin and Patti , and by her step children Rob and Tracey. Her Grand-children Cristina, Carlos, Michael, Thomas, Sarah, Eric, Megan, Tony, Timmie, Nicki, Victoria, Dustin, Tasha and her step-grandchildren Vincent , Kyle , Frances, Bobby and Allie. Great-grandchildren Ruven, Sam, Namora, Cadel, Adam, Olivia, Zack, Simon, Felix, Amelia, Lucas, Claire, Dustin, Dakota, Kendrick, Adriana, Charlotte and step great grand-children Seth and Bennett <br> <br>Visitations are planned from 1 to 3 p.m., with a celebration of life at 1:30 - 2:00 PM on February 21, 2026 at the Rideau Funeral Home, 4275 Sources Blvd, Dollard-des-Ormeaux, QC <br> <br>Thanks to the great care from the Valleyfield Hospital staff in her final days. <br> <br>In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the animal shelter of your choice.</div>
