Obituary of Graham Beselaere

BESELAERE: Graham - A resident of Chatham, Graham Beselaere passed away peacefully at his residence, surrounded by his family on Thursday, December 19, 2019 at the age of 76. Born in Chatham, Graham was the son of the late Morris and Elvire (LeFeve) Beselaere. Beloved husband of 54 years to Jean (Cartier). Loving father of Wendy Connell (Brad), Jennifer Beselaere and Glen Beselaere (Sherry) all of Chatham. Proud Grandpa to Jason Haddock (Justine), Nicole Comeau (Pascal), Ryan Haddock; Derek Beselaere (Brittany), Matthew Beselaere (Lauren) and Tiffany Beselaere (Tyler). Proud Papa to Chase, Jayden, Gunnar, Jaxon and Charlie. Dear brother to Gary Beselaere (Linda). Predeceased by brothers Ron Beselaere and Mick Beselaere. Brother-in-law to Eleanore and Carol. Also missed by nieces, nephew, friends as well as Jean’s sister Lynne Secor (Dave) and brother Bill Cartier (Pat). Predeceased by Jean’s sister Betsy Capiau (Bob). Graham worked part-time for over 50 years at his own business, Graham’s Small Engine Sales and Service and retired from Towsley Auto Service after over 43 years. Family will receive friends at the Funeral Home, 459 St. Clair Street, Chatham on Friday, December 20, 2019 from 2:00 - 4:00 pm and 7:00 - 9:00 pm and on Saturday, December 21, 2019 from 10:00 am until the Funeral Service at 11:00 am. Interment to follow at St. Anthony Cemetery, Chatham. Donations made in memory of Graham to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated. Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com McKinlay Funeral Home, 459 St. Clair Street, Chatham, 519-351-2040