Obituary of Linda Van Roon
Van Roon, Sieglinde "Linda"
A resident of Chatham, formerly of Thamesville, Linda Van Roon peacefully passed away surrounded by her family at the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance on Monday, January 7, 2019 in her 82nd year.
Beloved wife of the late Marinus Van Roon (2012).
Loving mother of Evelyn Merrifield & Nick (Linda) Van Roon, both of Chatham.
Grandma of Nickaela & Jessica. Step-grandma of James, Kevin & Jocelynn.
Step-great-grandma of Adelina & Arianna.
Missed by her sister, Regina (Joe) Steirer, of Toronto, sister Hella & brother Jergen, both of Germany.
Special aunt of Petra of Toronto.
Linda enjoyed spending her time playing Bingo & cards with her friends at Trillium Village. People around her enjoyed being around Linda for her sweet demeanor, infectious laugh & friendly nature. She will be missed by many.
As per Linda's wishes, a Private Memorial Service will take place.
Donations in memory of Linda may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or Alzheimer Society.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com.
McKinlay Funeral Home
459 St. Clair Street
Chatham
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