Peacefully at the Hamilton General Hospital on Sunday November 4, 2012 in her 81st year. Loving wife of Doug for 32 years. Dear mother of Bev Fry (Brian), Frances Clark (Grant) and step-mother of Hugh Jones (Wendy), Chris Jones (Gina), Phil Jones (Diane), Mike Jones (Sandy) and Mary McFadden (Brad). Bess will be missed by 18 grandchildren and by 3 great-grandchildren. A special thank you to the staff at the Hamilton General Hospital for all of their care and attention. Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will be held at St. Paul’s United Church, 29 Park Street West, Dundas on Friday November 9, 2012 at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, the Heart and Stroke Foundation or to Hamilton Health Sciences would be appreciated. On-line tributes may be made at www.marlattfhdundas.com.