Obituary of Elaine Arnold
Arnold: Elaine (Morasse) -
Elaine has gone home to be with her Lord on Monday, May 8, 2017 at the age of 70.
She was born in Chatham and was the daughter of the late Christian and Margaret (Levielle) Morasse. She was a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church in Chatham. She founded and led the Ladies Coffee Break Group.
Beloved wife of 43 years to David J. Arnold.
Dear mother of Leah Morise (Mike), Daniel McFadden (Shelley), Christopher Arnold (Deb) and Lori Schellekens (Rick).
Sadly missed by grandchildren, Danielle McFadden, Ryan Arnold, Tyler Arnold, Caleb Arnold, Kaylene Frost, Chelsey Huff, Matt Huff, Joshua Schellekens, Ben Schellekens, Stephanie Pike, Mitchell Mireault and Mathew Mireault.
Fondly remembered by 8 great-grandchildren.
Kind sister of Delores Keirsebilck.
Predeceased by two sisters, Christine Whale and Connie Madden.
The family will receive friends at the McKinlay Funeral Home, 459 St. Clair Street, Chatham, ON, on Wednesday, May 10, 2017 from 3-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Funeral Home on Thursday, May 11, 2017 at 1:30 p.m., with Rev. Andrew Martin, officiating.
Donations made in memory of Elaine to the Emmanuel Baptist Church or The Gideon Society would be appreciated.
Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com
McKinlay Funeral Home
459 St. Clair Street, Chatham
519-351-2040
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