Lynne Marie Boytchuk

1960 – December 30, 2024

Peacefully, surrounded by family, Lynne Boytchuk (née Brooks) passed away on December 30, 2024, in her 65th year. Loving wife of Ihor Boytchuk for 42 wonderful years. Cherished mother of Samantha (John) Melnick, Jason Boytchuk, and Craig Boytchuk. Proud nana of Claire “Claire Bear,” Nolan, and Graham Melnick. She will be missed and fondly remembered by her uncle Larry Jessop and by many nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, and friends. Predeceased by her parents, Raymond and Patricia Brooks.

Lynne worked as a dispatcher for the OPP for 15 years, serving in Oak Ridges, Petrolia, Sarnia, Downsview, Aurora, and London. She built many lifelong friendships through her work. In later years, Lynne proudly worked for her dear friend Stella Hutchinson, a successful Real Estate Broker in Barrie. After relocating to Strathroy, Lynne worked at Sprucedale Care Centre and later in the Pharmacy Department at Shoppers Drug Mart.

Lynne spent countless joyful years volunteering with the Middle United Soccer Club, cherishing the children and families who brought her so much happiness. Outside of her family and friends, Lynne held a deep love for her pets, including her current menagerie of four dogs and a cat.

A celebration of life will take place on Saturday, January 4, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., with words of remembrance at 2:00 p.m. at Denning’s of Strathroy. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Ontario SPCA. Online condolences and donations may be shared at www.strathroyfuneralhome.com.