Jacqueline Marie Crow (née Belanger) passed away peacefully in her 68th year after a brief battle with cancer. Surrounded by her family, Jackie left this world as she had lived it—surrounded by love.
Born in 1955 to Roland and Yvonne (née Trudell), Jackie grew up on the family farm, fostering a lifelong love for gardening, cooking, and the joys of rural life. At just 15, she met the love of her life, Brian, and their inseparable bond lasted over 50 years until his passing in 2023. Together, they built a life centered on family and love.
Jackie was a devoted mother to her sons Jeff (Lyne) and Jason (Anna) and a cherished grandmother to Jules, Gabriella, and Charlie. She shared her joy of family with her siblings, the late Chuck Bélanger (Elaine), Claire Vickery (Dan), Denise Desrochers (Denis), Louise Aitken (Dan), Marie Cadotte, and the late Diane Bélanger (Jim Britnell). Jackie will also be missed by her nieces, nephews, friends, and extended family.
Jackie enjoyed a successful career at Union Gas in Chatham, rising to managerial roles and earning respect for her dedication and leadership. Despite her professional success, her true joy came from time spent with family, whether preparing home-cooked meals or attending her sons’ hockey games, where she formed lifelong friendships.
As a caregiver, Jackie devoted herself to supporting her loved ones during their illnesses, including her husband Brian during his health struggles. Her legacy of love, generosity, and resilience will continue to inspire all who knew her.
Celebration of Life: Saturday, December 28, 2024, from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. at McKinlay Reception Centre, 463 St. Clair Street, Chatham.
A private family interment will take place at Immaculée Conception Cemetery at a later date.
Donations in Jackie’s memory may be made to the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance Foundation. Online condolences can be shared at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com.
Arrangements entrusted to McKinlay Funeral Home, Chatham.
