Obituary of Kenneth George Verbeem
Suddenly at home on Monday, October 5th, 2020, Kenneth George Verbeem passed away at the age of 54. Son of the late John and Simone Verbeem (nee DeClark).
Beloved husband of 26 years to Kim Verbeem (nee Vezina). Dear father of James Couture.
Ken is survived by his siblings Kim Maier and John Verbeem, as well as his mother-in-law Verna Gallagher.
Predeceased by his siblings Connie Shaw, George Verbeem, Larry Verbeem, and Mary Beth Myers.
Ken will be deeply missed by his nieces and nephews.
Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received at McKinlay Funeral Home, 459 St. Clair Street, Chatham, on Monday, October 12th, 2020 from 2pm to 4pm. A Funeral Mass will be held at Blessed Sacrament Roman Catholic Church, 145 Victoria Avenue, Chatham, on Tuesday morning at 10am.
Interment to follow in Maple Leaf Cemetery, Chatham, alongside Ken's parents
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Those wishing to attend the Visitation or Funeral Mass are asked to call the funeral home at 519-351-2040 or register online using the following link: https://signup.com/go/HCCwGNt. The Bereavement Authority of Ontario has mandated that those in attendance must wear a mask.
Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com.
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