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McLELLAN: Linda Christine (Finch) of Centralia

August 7, 2018 By Haskett Funeral Homes 38 Condolences

McLELLAN: Linda Christine (Finch) of Centralia

Suddenly at her home on Tuesday, August 7, 2018 of Centralia in her 70th year. Beloved wife Jim McLellan for 47 years. Loving mom of Lisa McLellan and John Grose, Bev and Joe Brennan, and Jamie McLellan. Cherished Grama of D.J., Rodney, and Darian; Madison, and Reilly. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Marg Henderson, Gord and Dale Finch, Bev and Jim Hodgins, Olivia and Ken Crowe, Hazel and Norm Johnson, and June and Leif Erikson. Linda will be missed by several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Tom and Betty Finch, and sister-in-law Ella MacFarlane.

Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be held at Jim and Linda’s home, 69629 Elimville Line, Centralia on Saturday, August 11th from 4 PM onward. Arrangements entrusted to Haskett Funeral Home, Exeter (519-235-1220).

Donations to Make-A-Wish Foundation would be appreciated by the family.

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  1. Rose and Dave Welch

    August 28, 2018 at 11:22 AM

    Jim and family

    just found out about Linda. We always had good times when together in Lucan. I think of you often. Distance does not stop memories

  2. Mary Haberer

    August 15, 2018 at 6:32 PM

    Bev and family,

    I’m so sorry to hear about your mom’s passing. Know that I’m thinking of you during this difficult time.

    Take care,
    Mary Haberer

  3. louise alcock - haggitt

    August 13, 2018 at 9:08 PM

    Gord, Dale, Finch and McLellan Family’s
    Sorry for your loss you are all in my prayers. May she rest in peace .. in the arms of Tom ,Betty and in the Lords Hands

  4. doreen

    August 12, 2018 at 9:20 PM

    Dear Jim and all the family
    I am so sorry to hear of Linda’s passing. I always thought she was such a kind hearted soul. You will miss her forever but she will remain in your hearts always.
    Love Doreen (Finch) Howard

  5. Regier

    August 11, 2018 at 1:50 PM

    Lisa and Johnny

    We are so sorry to hear of your moms passing.
    Our hearts are with you at this time.
    If you need any thing, please dont hesitate to ask.

    With much love,
    Matt & Amanda Regier

  6. Gary &Linda Hayter

    August 11, 2018 at 12:50 PM

    Bev Jim and family We are so sorry to hear of Linda,s passing. Our deepest sympathy to you all.

  7. Judy Wheeler

    August 10, 2018 at 11:12 PM

    Dear Bev and family
    Our deepest sympathy to you at this very difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
    Much love to all,
    Judy, Dale & family

  8. Don and.Deanna

    August 10, 2018 at 4:46 PM

    Linda was a such a lovely, gracious and smiling presence at the North Star. She always spoke to us and remembered special occasions. We will certainly miss her. Our thoughts and prayers for your family.
    Don and Deanna

  9. Donna & Glen Usher

    August 10, 2018 at 3:10 PM

    Jim & Family:
    Please accept our condolences on your loss. I have lots of fond memories of Linda when we were kids. She was always lots of fun to be around.
    To Marg, Gordon and Bev, she will be missed so much. Our thoughts will be of all of you at this sad time.
    Donna.

  10. Alex and Debbie Hyde

    August 10, 2018 at 10:57 AM

    Sorry to hear of Linda’s passing. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

  11. Jim and Kathy Stephenson

    August 10, 2018 at 8:17 AM

    Gord and Dale,
    Our sincere sympathy at this difficult time.

  12. Cathy Westwood

    August 10, 2018 at 7:38 AM

    Jamie, Darian, and family,

    So sorry for your loss. My sincere condolences to you and your family.

    Cathy Westwood

  13. Marg

    August 9, 2018 at 6:01 PM

    Jamie and family,
    So sorry to hear about your Mom. Thinking of all of you during the sad days ahead.
    Marg Pavkeje

  14. Janet Arnold

    August 9, 2018 at 5:52 PM

    Our deepest sympathy. She will be missed.

    Janet & Hank Arnold and family

  15. Tonya Rose

    August 9, 2018 at 12:45 PM

    Bev. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Your mom was a wonderful caring women, who will be missed by all who knew her. Just remember even though she is not physically by your side she will always be there in spirit……..hugs Bev.

  16. Bonnie Jacklin

    August 9, 2018 at 11:47 AM

    I would like to express my sympathies to all of Linda’s family.
    Linda was a beautiful, loving woman and she will remain in you hearts forever.
    Remember to let your friends and family help you through this difficult time.
    A shoulder to cry on, an ear to listen or just story told.
    As friends of Gord and Dale, I am sure there will be good stories
    Find solace in your wonderful memories of the times you shared together.
    Love to all
    Bonnie Jacklin

  17. Mark and Bonnie Gropp

    August 9, 2018 at 10:19 AM

    We were saddened to hear of Linda’s passing. Our sincerest condolences.

  18. Chris Snyder

    August 9, 2018 at 10:07 AM

    My deepest sympathies to Lisa and family during this time. My heart goes out to you. Take comfort in all the good memories you have of time spent together. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

  19. Murray and Kim MacDonald and Family

    August 9, 2018 at 9:14 AM

    Sending our condolences. Always treasure the memories you had with Linda and know she will be your Angel forever
    Love and Hugs
    Murray and Kim

  20. Natascha Witt

    August 9, 2018 at 8:45 AM

    Lisa, my sincerest condolences to you and your family. May all the good memories bring you comfort.

  21. Joy Levere (daughter of Reta Finch Levere)

    August 9, 2018 at 6:54 AM

    Jim and family: I remember Linda for her ‘joke de vive’. She will be missed. Please accept my sincere condolences during this difficult time.

  22. Fran Exel

    August 8, 2018 at 9:26 PM

    Dear Bev and family
    So sorry to hear of Linda’s passing. Your family’s close ties will offer a wealth of memories. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.

  23. Tanya

    August 8, 2018 at 8:56 PM

    Jim, Lisa, Bev, Jamie and family
    Linda was a cherished second mom to me for many years. She was a woman who I admired and looked up to. She will be missed by so many. Forever in our hearts. RIP Linda. I love you.
    Tanya Barfett

  24. Jackie Arnold

    August 8, 2018 at 8:10 PM

    Jim ,Lisa,Bev,and Jaime..so sorry to hear about Linda. You were all great neighbors and good to my mom when you lived beside us.Linda will be missed greatly. Our thoughts and prayers are with u all during this difficult time. R.I.P. Linda..hugs

  25. George Finch

    August 8, 2018 at 2:17 PM

    Jim, Lisa, John, Bevvy, Joe and Jamie and your families. What a great lady for sure. A loving mom, caring wife and grandmother. I have always enjoyed our visits with all of you. You are all a great family! We will always remember her kind heart. Our deepest condolences to all of you.
    George, Nancy Jane and family.

  26. Jennifer Fenwick

    August 8, 2018 at 1:48 PM

    Lisa and family
    I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom. Heaven has been blessed with another amazing Angel to watch over you and keep you all safe.

  27. Helen Harris

    August 8, 2018 at 12:42 PM

    Dear Jamie
    My thoughts and prayers are with you.
    Much Love
    Helen

  28. Carol Beaver

    August 8, 2018 at 12:09 PM

    My deepest condolences to Lisa and all the family. May all the warm and special memories you shared with your loved one stay with you and bring you comfort through all the days ahead.
    You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

  29. Linda and Glen Finch

    August 8, 2018 at 11:43 AM

    John and Family.
    We are so sorry for the loss of your Mom.
    May happy memories carry you through this sorrowful time.

  30. Diane Elston

    August 8, 2018 at 11:13 AM

    To the McLellan and Finch families,
    Our deepest sympathy on your family’s loss of Linda. May memories of happier times bring you comfort.
    Diane Elston, Charles Pickel and family

  31. Dawn Johnston

    August 8, 2018 at 10:45 AM

    My sympathies to the whole family. Hugs to Bevie & Lisa & the Finch families <3 Dawn (Engel) Johnston

  32. Melissa Palmer

    August 8, 2018 at 9:56 AM

    Jamie and the McLellan family,

    I am so sorry to hear about your loss. May your warm memories of your mom and the love of family and friends carry you through this difficult time

  33. Heather Hart

    August 8, 2018 at 9:20 AM

    So sorry for the loss of your Mom. Thinking of you and your family.

  34. hilda Appelman

    August 8, 2018 at 9:02 AM

    Jim and family,
    Thinking of all the good times we had when you were in Lucan. Working with Linda was so much fun, and she was such a hard worker. She will be missed.

    Archie and Hilda Appelman

  35. Colleen

    August 8, 2018 at 8:23 AM

    Jim Bev lisa and Jamie and families
    Your wife and mom was a wonderful lady we all loved her lots.
    She will be missed but will be loved and always.
    Look to the clouds for the angel (Bev)
    Love Eric Colleen and family xo

  36. Murray and Gayle McArter

    August 7, 2018 at 10:16 PM

    To all the McLellan and Finch Families. We are sorry to hear of Linda’s passing. Our condolences to the family. Murray and Gayle McArter. (Brussels)

  37. Joan Bernard

    August 7, 2018 at 9:50 PM

    Gord & Dale. My condolences and sympathy on the lose of you sister and sister in law. Keep the memories close to your heart. Joan

  38. Karen L Brown

    August 7, 2018 at 9:37 PM

    Jamie,
    My deepest condolences to you and your family. There are no words but I do hope that your memories will bring you comfort in the days and months ahead. I will keep you in my prayers.
    Karen

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