Skip to content

BEHAN, Christine Jean (nee Bewhey)

Posted

Behan, Christine Photo -cropped

Passed away peacefully at Columbia Forest Long Term Care, Waterloo on Monday October 8, 2018 at the age of 96 years. Beloved wife of the late George Behan. Loving mother of Sandra Dockeray (Jim), Linda Durlacher (Helmut) and Elaine Kazadzis. Predeceased by her children Shirline Gabora (Clarence also deceased), Fay Taylor, Orville Whitney and infant Terry. Dear Grandmother (Pomp) of Lana Hillier (Fred), James Dockeray (Hayley), Terry Ann Hoffmann (Rudy), Shelley Coyne (Greg), Julie Currie (Frank), Warren Gabora, Karen Gabora,  David Taylor (Nicole), Shawn Taylor, Tracey McCulloch, Paula Taylor (Martin), Mark Taylor, Orville Rody ( Dolores), Nicko Kazadzis (Collette), Pavlo Kazadzis (Cheryl) and  Christina Kazadzis. Sadly missed by fifteen great grandchildren and by two great-great grandchildren. Rhys and Tyson Hillier were special great grandchildren in Pomp’s life for the time that they dedicated to her with visits, walks and sharing many, many laughs.

Other special people in Chris’s life include Christa Thiel, the Rody family, Sheree Gartshore and her girls as well as Norma Moffat from The Westhill in Waterloo.
The family wishes to thank the staff of Columbia Forest Long Term Care for their care and compassion; especially to Omer, a very special caregiver whose genuine compassion gave great comfort to Chris’ family.

Cremation has taken place. A private family service will take place in Sault Ste. Marie at a later date. Donations may be made to A.R.C.H Hospice, Sault Ste. Marie would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy. Messages and condolence may be left at www.tricitycremations.com.