Obituary of Brian Bulckaert
Bulckaert: Brian Joseph -
A resident of Ridgetown, Brian Bulckaert passed away peacefully at the Chatham-Kent Hospice on November 24, 2023 at the age of 70.
Born in Chatham, Brian was the son of Evonne (née Neutens) and the late Benoit Bulckaert.
Beloved husband of 47 years to Toni (née Goldhawk).
Loving father to Amanda Bulckaert.
Caring brother to Allan (Shelley) Bulckaert.
Brian was a hard working man, he had his own welding businesses called Arc Angel welding and fabrication which he took great pride in. He was a lover of muscle cars particularly his mustang. He was a great adventurer going on many vacation's with his wife Toni. Brian enjoyed baseball being an avid Blue Jays fans. BBQing was next to none with Brian and was a year round thing.
Brian will be deeply missed by many friends and family.
In keeping with Brian's wishes cremation has taken place and a celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Donations made in memory of Brian to the Chatham-Kent Hospice Foundation or The Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.
Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com
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