Paul John Van Der Spank's obituary , Passed away on August 24, 2026 in Dorchester, Ontario

Paul John Van Der Spank

September 7, 1956 - August 24, 2026 (69 years old)

Dorchester, Ontario

Paul John Van Der Spank's obituary , Passed away on August 24, 2026 in Dorchester, Ontario
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Paul John Van Der Spank

September 7, 1956 - August 24, 2026 (69 years old)

Dorchester, Ontario

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Paul John Van Der Spank Obituary

The family of Paul John Van Der Spank (Dorchester, Ontario) announces his passing on August 24, 2026. Paul, born on September 7, 1956, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Gil Van and Ria Van (Spank); his father-in-law Ray Johnson; and his sister-in-law Judy Johnson. He is survived by: his wife Debbie; his children, Dana (Jason), Michele (Sam) and Mark (Stevie); his grandchildren, Raelyn, Bryson, McKinley, Presley, Lennox, Louella, Adrianne and Stanley; his siblings, Rob, Liz Murray (Rob), Karen Findlater (Dave), Fran Rowse, Brien (Linda), Bruce, Chris (Jessica) and Steve (Kim); his mother-in-law Jean Johnson; and his siblings-in-law, Bob Johnson and Jane Johnson. He is also survived by his many nieces and nephews.

A celebration of life was held on Wednesday, September 2nd 2026 from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Dorchester Christian Family Centre (1256 Cromarty Dr, Dorchester, ON N0L1G5).

Donations in Paul's memory may be made to your local minor sports association, in support of the youth and communities that meant so much to him.



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Sep 02

Celebration of life

Dorchester Christian Family Centre
1256 Cromarty Dr, Dorchester, ON N0L1G5

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August 31, 2026

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August 30, 2026

laurie gall wrote a sympathy message

“My heartfelt condolences to the Van Der Spank family for the loss of Paul. I hope the cherished memories of him and the support of the people who knew him helps you through the difficult days to come. My thoughts are with you all.”


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August 29, 2026

Diane Elston wrote a sympathy message

“Fran and all the Vanderspank family. My deepest condolences on your loss of Paul. May good memories of your time with him bring you comfort at this difficult time. Diane Martens Elston”


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August 28, 2026

Jennifer Hammond wrote a sympathy message

“Debbie and family I was so sorry to hear about Paul’s passing. Although I hadn’t seen him since his retirement from Ronnoco but I did think about him often. I can imagine this was a terrible shock for all of you. You and your family are in my thoughts, and I am sending you wishes for comfort and peace. Jennifer Hammond”


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