We (Bill Beaton's family, Dottie's brother) also grew up far from family with Dad in the Air Force so visits growing up were treasured. It was a special treat to have Aunt Dottie and Uncle Bill so close to Kingston when I was going to school there. We (Vera, her daughter Meghan, Danielle, and Lara) were able to visit with them and do fun activities with them around town. I even signed her up for a very memorable Scottish society outing (the woman who called was a Beaton) that I wasn't able to attend but has become legend in the family. Dottie's threat to take me out were exaggerated - she laughed the loudest at the retelling (after threatening me). It was lovely to get her stories of the family growing up back home, especially as our Dad's big sister. She will be missed. Condolences to the family at their loss. Our mother, Joan, has made a donation in her name to the local food cupboard.
