Wendy Gateman Obituary
We bid farewell to Wendy Gateman of Hanover, Ontario, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on March 8, 2026 at the age of 71. Wendy touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Gordon and Hazel; and her brother-in-law Padraig "Pat" O'Cleirigh. She is survived by: her husband Ross Gateman of Hanover; her children, Reanne Marchioni (Dan) and Ryan Gateman (Katie); her grandchildren, Roman, Penny, Josie, Lachlan Marchioni, Jaxon and Landon Gateman; her brother Grant Baines (Mardi); her niece Jessica (Tom); her nephew Andrew (Sandra); her cousin Barbara O'Cleirigh; Michael (Xi), Ciaran (Michelle) and Maureen (Jon).
As expressions of sympathy, donations to Ronald McDonald House – Southwestern Ontario, or Jessica's House Hospice, Exeter, would be appreciated by the family. Donations are being accepted for: RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE CHARITIES SOUTHWESTERN ONTARIO (SOUTHWESTERN ONTARIO CHILDRENS CARE INC.) JESSICA'S HOUSE FOUNDATION (Jessica's House Foundation).
