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Christiane Lilian nee Dekeyser Deseure
Service

St. Mary's Church Grafton
103 Lyle St. S., Grafton ON K0K 2G0,

Saturday, November 15, 2025
11:00 a.m.

Celebration of Life

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 187
92 King Street East, Colborne, Ontario K0K 1S0

12:00 – 4:00 p.m.

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Christiane Lilian nee Dekeyser Deseure

February 4, 1942 - October 31, 2025

Christine passed peacefully at Northumberland Hills Hospital after spending some time with Jerry, her husband of 64 years. She leaves behind her children Dianne Barlow(Ken), Terry Deseure(Paulie), Angela Kemp(Doug). Grandchildren Jessica Elder(Nathaniel), Kerri Bryan(Chris), Laura Barlow(Maite), Elliott Deseure, Mackenzie Deseure(Braydn), Jordan and Lindsay Kemp. Cherished great grandchildren Alexander, Adalyn, Jack and Benjamin. Siblings Ed(Brenda), Tony(Bill), Nadine Moonie(Chris), Linda Moore, Rob(Helen). Sister in laws Elda Volkart and Emma-Jean Phillips. Christine is pre-deceased by her parents Richard and Maria, brothers Roland, Fernando(Marg), Ronnie(Heather), Elie(Carol) and brother in law Glen Moore. In laws Alois and Erma, Yvonne VanAcker(Henry), Marcel Deseure(Dorothy) and Jim Phillips.

Dad is cherishing all the great memories they created with family and their tobacco families over their 64 years.
Service will be held at St. Mary’s Church, 103 Lyle St. S. Grafton, on Saturday November 15 at 11 a.m.

Celebration of Life to follow at the Colborne Legion 92 King St. E. Colborne, from 12 – 4 p.m.

In Lieu of flowers please consider a memorial donation in Christine’s honour to Diabetes Canada and/or Canadian Cancer Society.

Online condolences may be received at millvalleyfuneral.com.

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The Cimetta Family - November 9, 2025

Our deepest condolences go out to the family of Christiane. RIP The Cimetta Family.

John Devlin - November 9, 2025

I'm sorry sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all.

Donna Males - November 8, 2025

Nadine, Tony and all your family Deepest condolences in the loss of your sister…may she rest in peace

Annette - November 8, 2025

My condolences to Christine’s family at this sad time. I will miss seeing and chatting with her in our Battell Condo. Rest in peace Christine. Annette Unit #310

Roxane Brunette - November 7, 2025

Tony and Bill and families I wish there were words I could say to spare all of you the pain and anguish you are all suffering at this difficult time. The big guy had other plans for this loving soul. So he gifted her wings and took her home. My condolences to all of you.

Lenna - November 7, 2025

My condolences to the entire Dekeyser family. I handed tobacco leafs to Christine back in the early 1960’s for three wonderful summers, I think of them often. Lenna Broatch

Jim and Sharan Landon - November 7, 2025 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Diabetes Canada

Judi Gill - November 7, 2025

Terry,Paulie,Elliot,Mackenzie,Diane,Ken and families. We are so very sorry for the loss of your mom/ gramma. Please accept our condolences during this difficult time. The Gill family

Jim & Sharan Landon - November 7, 2025

So sorry to hear of Christine’s passing We have many fond memories of the Deseure’s as we were farming neighbours for many years

Roland en Kristien Clarisse -watteyne - November 7, 2025

All our love for our cousin Christian. Much strenght to the whole family. Love from belgium. Kristien and roland

Vera Blower - November 7, 2025

Ed and Brenda, Tony and Bill, Thinking of you and all of the Dekeyser familly.

Carol Brown & Family - November 7, 2025

My condolences&Love to Diane,Angie,Terry & families ,to all the Dekeyser Family as well ! I have no doubts that Ma ,Pa. Elie & Brothers Roland,Fernando,&Ronny,we’re there to take Christian ,in their arms ! We’re only here for a Moment , let’s fill those moments with Love,& Laughter ,, Big Hugs Carol Brown & Family

John and Tammy Elliott - November 7, 2025

Dear Nadine and family We are so sorry for your loss. Please know we are thinking about you during this sad and difficult time. Hugs ❤️

Gail Lewis - November 7, 2025

Tony and Bill and families I am so sorry for your loss.

Dianne Dunk - November 7, 2025

I'm so sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathy to the families.

Willy & Brenda Casteels - November 7, 2025

Sorry for your loss thinking of all the family at this sad time. Condolences to all.

Sharron Hurlbert - November 7, 2025

Bob and I extend our deepest sympathy to Christiana’s family. We enjoyed our visits over the years. So much fun . Christiana loved her family with all her heart.❤️

Judy Ferguson - November 7, 2025

Terry, Paulie and families. I'm so sorry for your loss. Wishing you peace and strength during this difficult time.

Mary Mouse Checkley Ainsworth - November 7, 2025

Terry and Paulie, Elliott, Mackenzie, and all the Dekeyser families please accept my condolences on your loss of your mother, sister, aunt, grandmother. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers at this time. Cherish all your good memories.

Carol Gutteridge - November 7, 2025

Very sorry to hear of your loss Hold your memories close May she RIP

Cathie Edison - November 7, 2025

Condolences to all of Christianne's family

Debbie Hackney - November 7, 2025

Tony....the years of memories made have become even more precious now. Cherish them all and may they help through your loss... Debbie

Charlie & Joy Black - November 7, 2025

Sorry for your loss .

Lynn and Doug Holland - November 7, 2025

Jessica,Nathanial and your families, Our condolences to you all on the loss of Christiane. Keep your memories in your heart. Our thoughts are with you. Lynn, Doug and Steve Holland

Diane - November 6, 2025

Thinking of you all during this sad time. Big hugs 🫂

Pat and Ed Casteels - November 6, 2025

Our condolences to all of Christine’s family.

Corey Evans - November 6, 2025

Tony , Bill & Families Saddened to hear of your loss. Surround yourselves with family and remember the great times you had Huge hugs Corey

Michelle Wright (Diminie) - November 6, 2025

Tony, Bill & Families, Sending condolences on the loss of Christiane. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

Ann Day - November 6, 2025

Thinking of you all at this sad time. My prayers are with you all.

Joe Ferguson - November 6, 2025

So Sorry to hear the passing of Christine.Sending our condolences to the family at this difficult time.Joe Ferguson and Cindy Greer

Dave & Cathy Edwards - November 6, 2025

Thinking of you Tony & Bill at this sad time. Thoughts are with you & your family. Dave & Cathy Edwards

David Bernier - November 6, 2025

Our deepest condolences to the family.

Sharon Keighley - November 6, 2025

Offering sincere condolences to the whole family at this sad time

Donna M Logel - November 6, 2025

Our deepest condolences on your loss. May your many years of memories give you comfort in the days ahead. Steve and Donna

Carol Osborne - November 6, 2025

Sending condolences to Christine’s family. We had a lot of good times back in the day. Wib & Carol

Jeanie Haig - November 6, 2025

sending condolences to all of Christine's family. 💐 jeanie H