Browse the obituary of residing in the province of Ontario for funeral details
Renee Susanna Martha Wilson (nee Van Gassen) passed peacefully with loved ones at her side on Monday, February 27, 2023 at Chatham-Kent Health Alliance.
Born 82 years ago to Ed and Aline Van Gassen. Longtime partner of 35 years to Gary O’Hara. Mother to Annette Everett (Arron), Janice McFadden, Wayne Van Hyfte (Michelle), Lonnie O’Hara and the late Gary Van Hyfte (Debbie). Grandmother to Shannon Sproule (Ryan), Ashley Ennis, Tyler Richer, Steven McFadden, Katherine Stinson (Spencer), Victoria Van Hyfte, Nolan Van Hyfte, Jarrod Van Hyfte, Sam O’Hara, Jack O’Hara, Jesse O’Hara, Ben O’Hara, Darby Moore, Shelby Marcovich, Tristan Marcovich and Ethan Marcovich. Great grandmother to Braydon Sproule, Hayleigh Sproule, Keaton Sproule, Aurora O’Neil-Everett, Chanell Ennis, Lochlan Stinson, Barrett Stinson, Ethan Schrank, Kaiden Schrank, and Lilly Schrank. Predeceased by husband Glenn Wilson (1987), brothers Rodger, Edgard and Roy Van Gassen. Survived by brother in law Ross O’Hara (Cathy). Also survived by many nieces and nephews too numerous to mention as well as many, many friends who she maintained contact with over the years.
Renee had the most beautiful smile that could light up a room. She was always ready to welcome anyone who came her way. She connected quickly and easily with so many people. Her door and deck were always open for conversation, laughter and perhaps a glass of wine – White was good and Red was bad. She loved her river property, taking in many peaceful evenings with Gary. She also enjoyed many Friday night dinners at the Moose Lodge over the last 10 years. Renee especially loved Elvis, she was said to have “gotten that look in her eyes” for exceptionally good impersonators. Renee will be remembered as someone with a strong work ethic, she knew how to do a job well and was a valuable part of each team she worked with. She enjoyed and was proud to work as office manager for several companies over the years; Victoria & Gray, Metropolitan Trust, Bekaert Industrial, Omnitech, LOEB, Zehrs and Konal Engineering. Her love of life and love of family will be part of her lasting legacy.
All are welcome to attend a Celebration of Renee’s life on Friday, March 10, 2023 at 1pm at Moose Lodge, Chatham (850 Richmond Street). A special thank you to the caring team of doctors, nurses, PSWs and others at Chatham-Kent Health Alliance, Windsor Regional Hospital and the Windsor Cancer Clinic. Those wishing to make a memorial contribution are asked to consider the Canadian Cancer Society.
2023
Life Transitions Burial and Cremations Service Inc
Death notice for the town of: Chatham, Province: Ontario
death notice Renee Wilson Van Gassen 2023
obituaries notice Renee Wilson Van Gassen 2023
We offer our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Renee Wilson Van Gassen 2023 and hope that their memory may be a source of comfort during this difficult time. Your thoughts and kind words are greatly appreciated.
