Obituary of Stewart Lachine

LACHINE: Stewart A. - Passed away peacefully at the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance and entered into the continuation of Eternal Life on Tuesday, October 4, 2016 at the age of 78. Born in Dawn Township, Stewart was the son of the late Fred and Elsie (Hunt) Lachine. Dear brother to the late Leao Lachine (late Earnestine) and Rosemary Burrell (late Ray). Stewart is much loved by his beloved wife of 58 years, Yvonne Lachine (nee Brown). He is a cherished father to his son Brad Lachine (Tammy), his daughter Debby Overton (Rod), and his son Ryan Lachine (Amanda). He will be sadly missed by his grandchildren, Alyssa, Kiersten and Connor Overton. Brother-in-law to the late Helen Andrews (late John), the late Hazel Bebington (late Charles) and the late Eunice O'Neill (Jim). Also missed by many nephews, nieces and cousins that love him dearly. Stewart worked for over half a century in agriculture. In his life, he worked at his family's farm, Kerr Farms, Barnier and for over 27 years he owned and operated his own business, Lachine Farm Equipment Ltd., whereby he served the needs of the agricultural community in an honest, dedicated and exemplary manner. He will be remembered for his sense of humour, hard work, straight talk and love of people. Family and friends are invited to the McKinlay Funeral Home, 459 St. Clair Street, Chatham on Friday, October 7, 2016 from 2:00 - 4:00 pm and 7:00 - 9:00 pm. Stewart's Home-Going Celebration will be held at the McKinlay Funeral Home on Saturday, October 8, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. John Anderson officiating. Interment to follow at Maple Leaf Cemetery, Chatham. If desired, donations made to Campbell A.M.E. Church - Soup Kitchen, the Foundation of the CKHA - Dialysis Unit or a charity of your choice would be appreciated. <iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/186001368" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen allowfullscreen></iframe> <p><a href="https://vimeo.com/186001368">Stewart Lachine</a> from <a href="https://vimeo.com/user27484248">McKinlay Funeral Homes Ltd.</a> on <a href="https://vimeo.com">Vimeo</a>.</p>