Peacefully at West Lake Terrace, Picton, on Friday, July 17, 2026, Betty Barham (nee Barber) of Picton, died at the age of 91.  Loving mother of James “Jim” Johnston (Mary) and David Johnston (Gail).  Dearest grandmother of Chad Johnston and Michelle Backus (Peter), and great grandmother of Evan, Graham and Mya Backus, and Ellie and Leiah Johnston. Predeceased by her husband Jack Barham and her first husband Carl Johnston, by her parents Reginald and Annie Barber (nee Wallbridge) and by her brother William “Bill” Barber (Vera), all of Huff’s Island, where Betty grew up. Fondly remembered by Jack’s children: Sherry, Karen, and Al (predeceased), and Meghan (Ellie and Leiah’s mother). Betty spent many happy years living in her home on West Lake Road with Jack. Betty loved to spend time tending to her vegetable garden and her flowers, and also feeding the many birds that came to her window. She enjoyed entertaining family and friends that came to her home and provided everyone with excellent home cooked meals and was well known for her homemade pies. She also loved her Werther’s Candy and enjoyed going for drives with her son Jim prior to her passing. As was Betty’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A Private Family Graveside Service will be held at West Lake Church of Christ Cemetery. If desired, donations in memory of Betty to a charity of choice would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements entrusted to Rushnell Funeral Homes – Picton Chapel, 33 Main Street (613-476-2450) Online condolences at www.rushnellfuneralhomes.com