Obituary of Wally Atwell
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Wallace “Wally” H. Atwell on February 24, 2022 at Chatham Kent Health Alliance.
Wally was born on July 27, 1936 to the late Harold (1989) and Freda Atwell (2002).
Loving husband to Jeanette Atwell (nee Moore) for 62 years.
Proud father of Linda and Jim VanEvery, Brian Atwell, late Marilyn Atwell (2000), and Diana Atwell.
Grandpa to 6 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.
Brother to Ida (Doug) Tunks, late Allan Atwell (2018), Evelyn (2019), and infant sister Jean Atwell (1940).
Remembered by his in-laws Leona and the late Jim Clark (2021), Leo and Buttons Moore, Victor Moore and Hector Moore.
Survived by many, many nieces, nephews and extended family.
Family and friends are welcomed to attend visitation on Monday, February 28th from 2-4 pm and 6-8 pm at McKinlay Funeral Home, 76 Main Street, Ridgetown. The funeral service is Tuesday, March 1, 2022 at 11 a.m. Interment to follow at Gosnell cemetery. Those wishing to attend the visitation and funeral service need to register at the below links.
If desired, memorial donations to Diabetes Association or the Canadian Cancer Society are appreciated by the family.
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76 Main Street
Ridgetown, ON
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