Obituary of Christine Van
Van: Christine Florence (née Bellmore) -
A resident of Chatham, Christine Van passed away peacefully at home with family by her side on December 30, 2025 at the age of 63.
Born in Windsor, Christine was the daughter of the late Gerald Bellmore and Gloria Boeykens (née Groulx) .
Loving mother to Angelia (Ein) Outhouse.
Loving nana to Hailey (Owen) and Cassie.
Christine will be missed by longtime friend and companion Steve Ireson.
Sister to Mary Quenneville, Beatrice Fuerth (Bill), Richard Boeykens, Kevin Bellmore (Diana), Bonnie Boeykens (Bob), Paul Boeykens (Kristie) and predeceased by brothers Robert Bellmore and Clifford Bellmore.
She will be missed by many nieces, nephews, friends and extended family.
Christine loved to crochet and woodwork in her spare time. She loved her dog Coco, you would never see Christine without her.
Christine's wishes were to be cremated.
Donations made in memory of Christine to the Pet and Wildlife Rescue would be appreciated by the family.
Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com
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