Obituary of Rosemary Dorothy Rink
Rink: Rosemary Dorothy (Rabideau) -
A resident of Chatham, formerly of Blenheim, Rosemary Rink passed away from a battle with cancer at the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance on February 8, 2021, at the age of 66.
Born in Chatham, Rosemary was the daughter of the late Gordon (1990) and Simone Rabideau (nee VanNeck) (2019).
Beloved wife to the late Patrick Rink (2015) and loving mother to the late Amy Rink (2005).
Sister to Michelle (Don) MacLean of Blenheim, and the late Michael Rabideau (1993).
Aunt to Jessica (Kyle) Wesley, Jeffery MacLean (Josh Borges), Jordan MacLean, Jenna-Lynn MacLean and Janelle MacLean.
A private family service will take place at McKinlay Funeral Home in Blenheim on Friday February 12 with Rev. John Juhl officiating. A private interment will take place at Evergreen Cemetery following the service.
Donations made in memory of Rosemary to the St. Mary's Catholic Church or the Canadian Mental Health Association would be appreciated.
Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com
McKinlay Funeral Home, 141 Park Street, Blenheim, 519-676-3451
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