BOARD, ELIZABETH MARGARET (nee PUTNAM)
On Saturday May 23rd, 2020, at the Cornwall Community Hospital, Elizabeth Margaret Board (Putnam) (Liz, Lizzie, Betty, Auntie ie-ie, Grandma, Great Grandma), entered into rest at the age of 86 years.
Elizabeth beloved wife of 65 years to Charles. Dear mother of James (Deborah) of Hubbards N.S. and Donna Reed (Thomas) of Long Sault. Cherished Grandma of Daniel (Kayla) of Hubbards N.S., Christopher Board (Sackville N.S.) and Danika, Laci, and Ariel Reed. Great Grandma of Brody Board. Elizabeth was predeceased by her parents Lyle and Lillian (Cardinal) of Ogdensburg New York, sisters, Mary, Rita, Joyce, Frances, Pauline, Martha and by brothers Ralph, Whitney, Robert, Paul, Harold, Henry. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.She was the last surviving member of a family of 12 siblings. Born in Black River, New York and raised in Ogdensburg N.Y on a full working family farm in town limits. She lived in Ogdensburg until her marriage and then resided in Prescott. In her married years she enjoyed bowling and going to movies and later gained a love of hockey and baseball, through her constant support of her children’s and grandchildren’s sports. Her husband Charles recently stated she often said her best times were spent following her two grandsons around the hockey rinks and baseball diamonds. In her leisure time she enjoyed listening to country music and going to Saturday night dances and supporting the local bands. Elizabeth was a caregiver for little ones in her home for many years.
A private graveside service will be held at a later date at Blue Church Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to the Kidney Foundation or Cancer Society. Share a special memory of Elizabeth at: www.mackayfuneralhome.com.