Sander VanWynen “Sandy“ (Age 89 Of Mitchell’s Bay)

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Sander VanWynen “Sandy“ on Friday, July 12, 2024 at Chatham Kent Health Alliance. Born in the Netherlands 89 years ago. Son of the late Neltje and Peter VanWynen. Husband of the late Grace VanWynen (MacKinnon). Father of Mary Ann Duchene (Robert), Suzanne Irvine (Sam), and Karen Forsythe (Nick Forwell). Grandfather of Jocelyn LaMarsh, Lyndsay Grant, Amanda Grant, and Samantha Irvine. Great grandfather of Jackson Tourout and Scarlet Hannigan. Sandy is the brother of Willy VanWijnen (Jane), the late George VanWijnen (Ida), Gys VanWynen (Marge), and Karel VanWynen (Barb).

For many years Sandy worked as a proud Polysar employee. Special memories for Sandy were his travels to Barbados and the Netherlands with Grace. He was always so very proud of his kids and grandkids. He will be remembered as a man with a great sense of humour who loved golf carting, fishing, and Sudoku. A classic Sandy quote, “Let’s see what happens! “. Sandy will be greatly missed and forever remembered by all those who loved him.

A graveside service will take place at Lakeview Cemetery, where he will be laid to rest with his beloved Grace. Those considering a memorial donation are asked to consider St Joseph’s Hospice in Sarnia. Arrangements entrusted to Life Transitions Burial and Cremation Service Inc.

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