Obituary of Grace Holland
Holland, Grace Marie (nee Fournier)
A resident of Chatham, Grace Holland peacefully passed away on Friday, June 14, 2024 at Meadow Park Nursing Home, Chatham at the age of 74. Daughter to the late Amede and Roma Fournier.
Forever remembered by her children, Dave Holland (Carrie), Rob Holland (Kristine) & Lynn Kalp (Dwayne).
Proud grandma of Carson Kalp, Gavin Kalp, Kayla Bozh, Lilly Turmel & Kate-Lynn Weinstein.
Great-grandma of Gabriel, Kyleigh, Raphael, Kashlyn, Layla, Mila & Diedrek.
Survived by Al Holland, sisters Lydia and Irene, sister-in-law, Jan Wilbur and brother-in-law, Waide Holland.
Grace dedicated her life to raising her three children and adoring her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Grace enjoyed cooking and taking care of neighbours and friends. She enjoyed her years as a volunteer with the Active Lifestyle Centre and will be missed by many friends and extended family.
The family would like to extend their sincere appreciation to the dedicated staff of Meadow Park Nursing Home for their continuing care and compassion, with a special thank you to Brooke & Leigh-Ann.
Family to receive friends on Monday, June 17, 2024 at the Funeral Home, 459 St. Clair Street, Chatham from 6:00 - 8:00 pm. A Funeral Service to Celebrate Grace's life will be held at the Funeral Home on Tuesday at 11:00 am. Burial to follow in Maple Leaf Cemetery, Tilbury.
In memory of Grace, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com.
McKinlay Funeral Home
459 St. Clair Street,
Chatham
519 351 2040
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