Margaret Vlasschaert

A photo of Margaret Vlasschaert

Service:

St. Mary's Church
Saturday October 9, 2021
10:00 a.m.

Please call the Funeral Home at 519-676-9200
if you plan on attending

Visitation:

Blenheim Community Funeral Home
Friday October 8, 2021
3:00 - 5:00 & 7:00 -9:00 p.m.
Parish Prayers will be held at 7:00

Please call the Funeral Home at 519-676-9200
for a visitation time

Margaret Madeline Vlasschaert, a resident of Blenheim and loving wife of the late Frank P Vlasschaert (1995) passed away peacefully at the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance on Tuesday October 5, 2021 at the age of 89 years.  Dearest Mother of Mark (Sherry), Michael (Ann) and Frank (Susan).  Cherished Grandma of Steve, Nicole (Vince), Marek, Ryan (Louisa), Matthew (Megan), Jeremy (Heather), Bradley, and Blake.  Great Grandma of Isaiah, Logan, Lauren, Emily, Henry and Hazel.

Margaret was predeceased by her parents Alois & Germaine (Laevens) Lobbestael and brothers Edward and Julien (Bonnie) Lobbestael.  Survived by her sister-in-law Irma Lobbestael.

Mom and Dad were life long onion growers in the Erieau marsh.  Mom was a proud member of St. Mary’s Parish, the Catholic Women’s League and the I.O.D.E.  She lived in Blenheim all of her precious life and made a lot of friends.

Visitation for Margaret will be held at the Blenheim Community Funeral Home on Friday October 8th from 3 – 5 and 7 – 9 p.m.  Parish Prayers will be held at 7 p.m.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in St. Mary’s Church at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday October 9th.  Interment will follow at Evergreen Cemetery.  Donations made in memory of Margaret can be made to a charity of your choice.

Friends wishing to attend the visitation or the Mass are asked to contact the Funeral Home at 519-676-9200 as COVID limitations remain in place.  Everyone attending will be required to wear a face covering.

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Mark,Mike, Frank Sorry to hear about your mom's passing. Your parents were great neighbors I remember them well. ( even tho I could be a little s***!)

Frank Sue and family John and I are so so sorry to hear about Frank’s Mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. Take Care!

To all the Vlasschaert families… so sorry to hear about the recent passing of Margaret… we remember her always smiling and very happy…She will be missed by many!

So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. She was a wonderful woman and neighbour. Our condolences from the Cowley family.

So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. She was a wonderful woman and neighbour. Our condolences from the Cowley family.

Susan and Frank. We were saddened to hear of the passing of your mother. She was always a smiling and friendly lady. Our condolences to the entire Vlasschaert family during this difficult time.

Sincere condolences to the Vlasschaert family. Marg was such a lovely lady and a willing volunteer to many. I cherish memories of working with her on IODE projects. Our visits over a cup of coffee were always a pleasure. Eric remembers her as always a warm and welcoming lady who treated him like one of the boys. She will be missed by many. Kandace and Eric Bliss

Our prayers are with the entire Vlasschaert family at this time. You mother was a lovely lady, and active lady in the a Blenheim community.

Dear Frank, Susan and your entire family Our very deepest sympathies to all.

May you find comfort in the love of friends and family and never forget the cherished memories. Our condolences to the family. Monica (Bokor) and Gord Swance

Frank and Susan, So sorry to hear of the loss of your mother/ mother in law, at this difficult time, may you find comfort in knowing that others share in your sorrow. Christine and Roger Lesy and Family

Sorrytoread about Margaret's passing. She was a wonderful woman who always had time for a quick visit. You will always have her in your heart and memories.

To the Vlasschaert family: We would like to send our condolences. Margaret was a wonderful neighbour and friend. She welcomed us into the neighbourhood over 43 years ago with her infectious smile and positive outlook. We had many visits around the kitchen table or out in the front yard. She was a thankful Mom and a proud grandma, she truly treasured her family. She will be truly missed. Terry & Mary Ann Goldhawk

So sorry to hear about Margaret’s passing. She was a beautiful person always happy. She will be mist by all. My condolences to the family.

My deepest condolences to the families. She was a wonderful person and will truly missed by many.

Frank, Susan and family Please accept my sincere condolences on your loss.

Sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sending our deepest condolences to Mark, Michael and Frank and their families. Your Mother was a wonderful woman who always had a smile on her face and adored her whole family. Cherish your memories. Sending big hugs to all of you during this difficult time. Love, Cindy and Mike

Mark, Mike, Frank and families So sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom. She was such a jolly, fun loving person.

Sending our condolences to you Mark, Mike, Frank and your families with the loss of your Mom. I always remember her as being such a sweet, kind and friendly lady. Sincerely, Carol (Vlasschaert) & Nick Maier

So sorry to hear of Marg’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Linda/MIke Lanz

Mark, Michael, Frank and families, Sorry to hear about the passing of your dear mom. She was such a happy, upbeat lady. Treasure all those wonderful memories. Sincerely, Lezlie (Fenton) Graham Brad, Dan and Sarah

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. What a beautiful lady. Always enjoyed seeing her at church and Tim Horton’s. Thoughts and prayers at this difficult time

So sorry to hear of Margaret's passing. We had sinner with her 2 times in September. She babysat me when she was a teenager. Always a smile and kind word for anyone she knew. She will be dearly missed.

Sorry to hear the loss of your mother, grandmother condolences to all the families.

Sorry to hear of Margaret passing ..our condolences to everyone

Sincere condolences to your family... your Mom was slways always smiling and friendly anytime I saw her especially at church

Dear Frank , Susan and family please accept my deepest condolences on the passing of your Mother, Grandmother you are in my thoughts and prayers at this time Helen Ouellette

So very sorry to hear of your Mom's passing.

so sorry to hear of Marg's passing.... she was always so friendly and always made you smile.... sending thoughts and prayers.... Linda

Margaret was very kind and considerate ! Very Sorry !!!!

So sorry to hear of the passing of Margaret. Gary and I would like to offer our condolences.

So sorry to hear of the passing of Margaret. Gary and I would like to offer our condolences.