Gail McKinnell's obituary , Passed away on June 19, 2025 in Smithville, Ontario
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Gail McKinnell

September 11, 1954 - June 19, 2025 (70 years old)

Smithville, Ontario

Gail McKinnell's obituary , Passed away on June 19, 2025 in Smithville, Ontario
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Gail McKinnell

September 11, 1954 - June 19, 2025 (70 years old)

Smithville, Ontario

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Gail McKinnell Obituary

In loving memory of Gail McKinnell (Smithville, Ontario), who departed this world on June 19, 2025 at the age of 70. Gail leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Gail McKinnell to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Clifford Hoffman and Charlotte Hoffman. She is survived by: her husband David McKinnell; her children, Ryan and Whitney Vandenberg (Jared); her granddaughters, Madelyn and Natalie; her siblings, Marilyn (late Andrew) and Gary (Barb); and her brother-in-law Richard. She is also survived by her extended family and many dear friends.

If desired, memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation may be made through the funeral home (905) 957-7031.

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June 23, 2025

Charlotte McDougall wrote a sympathy message

“Dear Dave and Family - I was saddened to learn of the passing of Gail. I have memories of her going back many years and saw her with you at my Mother's funeral visitation in 2019. Please pass on my sincere condolences to Ryan, Whitney and Jared and her granddaughters Madelyn and Natalie. May they bring comfort to you at this very difficult time and after. Please remember that grief is a journey, not a destination. Sincerely, Charlotte McDougall and Family”

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June 22, 2025

Sandy Baillie wrote a sympathy message

“Dave and family, please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of Gail. I worked with her at The Grimsby Independent and will always remember her as a kind, loving, dedicated and hard working sweet lady. May she Rest In Paradise, Sandy Baillie”

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June 26

Visitation

Merritt Funeral Home
287 Station St, Smithville, ON L0R2A0

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June 27

Funeral service

Smithville Christian Reformed Church
6522 Townline Rd, Smithville, ON L0R2A0

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