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LAIER, Brenda (Chapman) - Was known by all as the most generous and loving wife, mother, grandmother, daughter and friend, passed away in the presence and love of her family and friends on Sunday morning at 11:30. Brenda was born 63 years ago in Toronto to her mother Lorna (Russell) Chapman of Chatham and her father the late Stanley Chapman (1976). She is survived by her loving husband Bill Laier and together, he and Brenda were in their 35'th year of marriage. A marriage that became even stronger as Bill supported Brenda's courageous two and half year battle with cancer. Brenda will be sadly missed by her children Michelle Hare of Blenheim, Kevin Laier of Dorchester, Lori Reed (Dale) of Calgary, Lisa Engelage (Jim) of British Columbia and Dan Laier of Merlin. Grandmother will be missed by nine grandchildren Jason, Scott, Tina, Nicole, Danielle, John, Duncan, Natalie, Jennifer. Brenda was also a special niece to Leona and Mel Henry of Dundalk, and she was the proud Auntie of Jeff Chapman, Shelby Gilbert (Pete) and Paul Chapman. She is predeceased by her brother Don Chapman (1996). Brenda had a generous heart and gave freely of her time to the Blenheim United Church U.C.W., Randolph Churchill Chapter IODE, Meals on Wheels and in keeping with her playful spirit, she was also a member of the Red Hat Society, “Classie Lassie” Chapter. Brenda always enjoyed her time living out by St. Clair Bush. From her backyard she could always watch the birds feed and the rabbits play. She always had a great love for animals and was known for bringing in any stray cat or dog that needed a warm and loving home. Family records indicate that at one point in time, there were seven cats and two dogs that made Brenda's home their home too. Bill and the family would like to invite friends to attend visitation at the funeral home, 60 Stanley Street, Blenheim on Tuesday January 29, 2008, from 2:00-4:00 & 7:00- 9:00 pm. A Funeral Service celebrating Brenda's life will be held from the Blenheim United Church, on Wednesday January 30, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Rev. Bruce Cook of the Blenheim United Church. Interment will follow in Maple Leaf Cemetery, Chatham. Friends wishing to make a memorial donation in honour of Brenda's life are asked to consider either the Cancer Society's “Relay for Life”, Ontario Society For The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (O.S.P.C.A.), or the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Donations by cash, debit, credit card or cheque may be arranged by contacting the funeral home. Online condolences and donations may be left at www.blenheimcommunityfuneralhome.com. Blenheim Community Funeral Home 60 Stanley Street Blenheim, ON 519-676-9200 10974125