OXFORD - Elizabeth Ruth Mckinstry "Betty", 90, died Thursday, May 26, 2022, She passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by family.
She is survived by three children, Sherry A. Moskowitz (Blackmore) and her husband Russell of W. Brookfield,MA ,her son Paul M. Turner and his wife Linda (Sanderski) of Webster,MA, her daughter Karla E. Turner of Oxford,MA. Her grandchildren Jeffery Blackmore and his wife Donna of Spencer, MA, Seth Blackmore of W. Brookfield,MA , and Alysia Turner of Oxford,MA. She also leaves behind 4 great grandchildren and 6 great great grandchildren. Along with many nieces, nephews and cousins. She was Predeceased by her father Myron C. McKinstry , her mother Ruth B. McKinstry (Buffum) and her sister Marylyn B. Woodburn (McKinstry). She was born in Dudley, MA and lived most of her life in Oxford, MA.
She attended Keene State Teachers College in New Hampshire.
She worked many years with her father in the family business of McKinstry Artesian Wells, Inc. and later on worked at Old Sturbridge Village until retirement.
Elizabeth enjoyed many outdoor activities. Some of her favorites were gardening, swimming, hiking and skiing.
She was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Oxford,MA.
After cremation a graveside service will be held at West Ridge Cemetery, Charlton, MA on June 25, 2022 at 11 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of your choice.
The family wishes to thank Beacon Hospice of Leominster, MA for their compassionate care.
Robert J. Miller Funeral Home & Lake Chapel are assisting family with arrangements.