Obituary of Michael De Ryckere

De Ryckere, Michael It is with broken hearts that we announce the sudden passing of a loving Husband, Father, and Grandfather on September 17, 2009 at the age of 82 years. Beloved husband of 41 years to Christine (nee Beun). Cherished father to John De Ryckere and companion Susie Reuter, Paula LeBlanc and husband Adrien. Loving and precious Grandpa to Nicholas, Madeleine and Lucien LeBlanc. Dear Brother to Judy El-Abiad and predeceased by brother Lucien De Ryckere. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Michael will be sadly missed by his chosen family, Larry and Donna Danelon and their children, Philip, and Brittany. Michael was a talented artist, known especially for his calligraphy and his caricatures. Visitation at WINDSOR CHAPEL FUNERAL HOME, 1700 Tecumseh Rd. E. on Sunday, September 20, 2009 from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. Parish Prayers on Sunday at 7:30 p.m. Family and friends will be received on Monday, September 21, 2009 at Good Shepherd Parish, St. Gregory Site (13789 Gregory Rd., Tecumseh, ON) for visitation from 10 a.m. until time of Funeral Mass at 10:30 a.m. Cremation to follow. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to the Arthritis Society would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences and cherished memories may be shared with the family at www.windsorchapel.com