Obituary of Michael 'Mike' McIntyre

McINTYRE: Michael John A resident of Chatham, Mike McIntyre died, on Friday, May 7, 2010, at Detroit Receiving Hospital, at the age of 57, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Chatham, loving son of Jack & Lorraine (Mickle) McIntyre of Chatham. Beloved husband of Rhona Stewart. Dear father of Michael McIntyre Jr. of Chatham, Lauren & Jeremy Dauphin of Hanover, James Leystra of Sarnia, and Jayme & Andrew Barnes of Seaforth. Proud grandfather of Bryton and Noah Barnes. Mike will be remembered by his sister Sandy & Barry VanBiesbrouck of Sleepy Hollow and their sons Josh and Dane. He is survived by his extended family and many friends. Mike was a 32 year C.A.W. member and retiree of International Truck & Engine where he will be forever remembered by his friends and coworkers. He was a kind and gentle man, with a dry sense of humour, who was proud and supportive of his family. A Celebration of Mike’s life will be held at 10:00a.m. on Saturday May 15, 2010, at the Funeral Home, 459 St. Clair Street, Chatham. Friends are invited to gather at the C.A.W. Hall, following the service, for a time of fellowship and remembrance. Cremation has taken place with a private family interment to be held at a later date. Donations made in memory of Mike to the Chatham Kent Outreach for Hunger are welcomed and appreciated by the family. McKinlay Funeral Home, 459 St. Clair Street, Chatham, Ontario. 519-351-2040