Obituary of Harley James Gawne
A resident of Ridgetown, Harley Gawne passed away at the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance on November 13, 2020, at the age of 81.
Born in Chatham, Harley James Gawne was the son of the late Morley Gawne and Violet Gawne (nee Osborne) .
Beloved husband of 58 years to Sandra (nee Eagleson).
Survived by two sons, Brent (Holly) Gawne of Lighthouse Cove and Brad Gawne of Sarnia; grandson, Ethan Gawne and his two granddaughters, Chloe Gawne and Shai-li Gawne.
Survived by his siblings Carolyn Stewart ( Bob), Paul Gawne (Eileen) and Lynda Goldhawk (Ross).
Cremation has taken place. A Private Family Service will be held at a later date.
Donations made in memory of Harley to the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com
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