Obituary of Noreen Elizabeth Jacklin
Jacklin, Noreen Elizabeth (née Murray)
A resident of Chatham, Noreen Jacklin passed away at the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance on January 26, 2026 at the age of 74.
Born in Chatham-Kent, Noreen was the daughter of Murray and Mabel (née Murray) Jacklin.
Beloved wife of Norbert (Norby) Bechard for 27 years.
Dear mother of Michelle (Joey) and Michael (Becky); and stepmother of Ken (Susan), Laura (Kevin) and Rob (Heather). Proud grandma of Colton, Spencer, Garret, Ian (Chelsea), Jarrod, Abbey, Cheyenne and special mémé of Sam.
Cherished cousin "chosen sister" of Carol (late Bill) Smith.
Noreen enjoyed dancing, golfing, gardening and her fish pond.
Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be planned for a later date.
Donations made in memory of Noreen to the Kidney Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com
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