Obituary of Madeline Giffen
Giffen: Madeline Emma Marie (née Ferrari) -
A resident of Chatham, Madeline passed away peacefully at Meadow Park Nursing Home on October 23, 2025 at the age of 89.
Born in Windsor, Madeline was the daughter of the late William and Florida (née Chevalier ) Ferrari.
Loving mother to Raymond, Rhonda, Robin, Robert (Boomer) and predeceased by son Richard.
Beloved grandmother and great grandmother too many.
Sister to Lenard, Dorothy, Gary and predeceased by Ernie and Eleanor.
She will be deeply missed by many nieces, nephews and friends.
A Celebration of Life will be held at the McKinlay Funeral Home Reception Centre 463 St Clair St, Chatham, ON N7L 3K6 on November 1, 2025 from 1:00pm - 4:00pm. Vigil Prayers will be lead by Deacon Jerry Lozon at 1:00pm
Donations made in memory of Madeline to the Right To Life Kent Inc. or a charity of choice would be appreciated by the family.
Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com
McKinlay Funeral Home
459 St. Clair Street, Chatham
519-351-2040
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