Betty's 100th Birthday & Remarkable Life Journey
This June, Pembroke Lodge has organised a special birthday party to honour Betty’s 100th birthday, bringing together her beloved family to celebrate her remarkable journey. We are delighted to share with you the inspiring journey of Elizabeth "Betty" Hinton as she marks her 100th year.
Born on June 11, 1924, to Henry and Nellie in England, Betty was the youngest of four siblings. Her brother, Harry, gained fame as an Australian and World Champion motorbike rider. Betty’s family immigrated from England to Australia, settling in Canley Vale, where she attended Liverpool High School and enjoyed a childhood surrounded by family and greyhounds.
During her teenage years, Betty met the love of her life, Leslie Jury. The couple shared many joyful moments roller skating, dancing, and spending time together. Their romance blossomed into a marriage in 1941 before Les' service as an Anti-Aircraft Gunner in Townsville during World War II. While Les was away, Betty contributed to the war effort by making munitions.
Their first child, Elaine, was born in 1942, and the family reunited three years later when Les returned and began his career as a carpenter. They built their lifelong home in Canley Vale and expanded their family with two more children, Mark and Cherylne. Betty balanced motherhood and various jobs, including roles as a pre-school teacher and an Order Clerk at the Egg Marketing Board.
Upon retiring, Betty took her role as a grandmother very seriously, playing an active role in her grandchildren's lives. She was a supportive cheerleader for their sporting activities and a disciplinarian when needed. Family was always her top priority.
Les and Betty loved to travel and were fortunate enough to see many wonders of the world. It was not unusual for them to be booked on a cruise or flying overseas. They thoroughly enjoyed their travel adventures. They decided to move to Maple Grove Retirement Village when Les retired. After Les passed away in 2009, Betty continued to cherish her life at the village.
In 2020, Betty's health began to decline, leading her to move to Pembroke Lodge in 2023. Initially, Betty grieved for her loss of independence but soon realised that Pembroke Lodge was her new home, where she could be happy and safe. She loves the staff and enjoys attending gym classes and bingo.
Betty's legacy continues with her six grandchildren, fourteen great-grandchildren, and one very special great-great-granddaughter. One hundred years well lived!
