Betty Jean Dupuis

January 18, 1960 - April 24, 2021

BEECHER FALLS – Betty Jean Dupuis, 61, of Beecher Falls and formerly of Stratford, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday afternoon, April 24, 2021, with her family by her side and after years of declining health. Betty was born on Jan. 18, 1960, in Holyoke, Mass., the youngest daughter of Kenneth and Katherine (Algier) Bushaw, Sr. She attended Stratford High School. She married Patrick Dupuis in 1996 and they started their life together. Betty was a beloved wife, mother and grandmother. Her whole world focused on her children and grandchildren. She would spend hours talking about their accomplishments. She was truly at her happiest when she was spending time with her grandchildren and creating memories. In her early years, she was dedicated to her craft of cooking and baking. She could always be found behind the grill or making donuts and pies at Howard’s Restaurant. She loved her customers and always wanted to make them happy. Betty made many friendships and bonds with many people throughout her years working at Howard’s. When she was not working, she was often found baking at home for her family. She took great pride in cooking for her friends and family. As they grew older, she also loved teaching her grandchildren how to cook. Betty always had an open door and often found many children, friends and other family visiting to share their stories and create memories with her. She would take in anyone needing a helping hand or a play to stay. She had a heart of gold that shined throughout her life. Betty will be remembered for her contagious smile and her outspoken nature. She enjoyed spending time at the ocean and just riding around taking day trips with her husband. Many an hour was spent talking with her Aunt Joan, her long-time friend Phyllis, and her caretaker, Rebecca. She is survived by her husband of 25 years, Patrick Dupuis of Beecher Falls; three children, Katrina (Chapple) Marchand of Canaan, Ryan Dupuis of Beecher Falls, and her stepson Adrien Dupuis and his companion Ariel Bobrick of Bedford, NH; five grandchildren, Libby Placey, Abby Placey, Saidy Placey, Moriah Marchand, and Xavier Dupuis; a brother, Kenneth Bushaw, Jr. and his wife Sharon of Lancaster, NH; two sisters, Belinda Jolin and her husband Roger of North Stratford, and Pigeon Roy and husband Donald of Norton, Vt.; as well as many nieces and nephews. Betty is predeceased by her mother Katherine in 1984 and her father Kenneth in 2008. There are no public calling hours. A memorial service will be held on Friday, May 14, 2021, at 11 a.m. at the 1st Baptist Church in North Stratford. A graveside committal service will immediately follow at the Fairview Cemetery. Condolences may be offered to the family on-line by going to www.jenkinsnewman.com. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of Jenkins & Newman Funeral Home, Colebrook, NH.