Donald Ross Kendel of Wallaceburg and formerly of London passed away in Wallaceburg on Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at the age of 76. Ross is the son of the late Reuben and Geraldine (Stinson) Kendel. Beloved husband of Laurette Peters.
Loving father of Jody Arnold (Steve), Nicole Patterson (Bryan), Renée Kendel and Jamie Francis (Sinead).
Dear grandfather of Megan, Curtis, Drake, James, Conall and Fiona.
Brother of Karen Coyle (Jim) and Faye Kendel (the late David Forsyth).
He will be fondly remembered by his many nieces and relatives.
Ross was a wedding and portrait photographer for most of his life, but he had worked in the grease as an auto mechanic since his early teenage years.
Ross, we will miss your music, your contagious laugh, your big hugs and your unconditional love.
The funeral for Ross Kendel will be held at Bethel Pentecostal Church, 35 McNaughton Avenue in Wallaceburg, on Monday, March 24 at 3:30 PM with visiting in the two hours prior, from 1 – 3 PM.
The link to the livestream of the service may be found at www.facebook.com/bethelwallaceburg on the day of the funeral at 3:30.
All are welcome at the interment at Resurrection Cemetery in Sarnia at noon on Tuesday, March 25th.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Haycock-Cavanagh Funeral Home, 409 Nelson Street in Wallaceburg (519-627-3231).
If you wish to make a donation in Ross’ memory in lieu of flowers, please consider Samaritan’s Purse Canada or your local Right to Life organization.
Cherished stories and tributes may be left for the family at www.CavanaghFuneralHome.ca.
