Special visit to mark war veteran s 100th birthday in Grantham Published: 17:15, 14 March 2021
A Womenâs Auxiliary Air Force (WAAF) veteran marked her 100th birthday last week with some special visitors from RAF Scampton.
Betty Repton celebrated her centenary last Friday at her home in Grantham.
Betty, who served in the RAF in 1944, was joined by members from RAF Scampton, who presented her with cards and a special birthday cake.
Elizabeth (Bettie) Repton celebrates her 100th birthday. (45033811)
Betty was born in Cheshire in 1921 as one of five siblings. She went on to serve at RAF Scampton during the Second World War where she was known as Bessie. She has fond memories of working as a teleprinter during the time of the Dambusters in 1944.