Obituary of Christopher Palen

PALEN, Christopher – Sadly we announce that on Friday, February 4, 2011, Chris passed away peacefully with family by his side at Bluewater Health at the age of 43.  Chris will be greatly missed by his family and friends.  Chris is survived by his wife Sandra; and was a loving father to Nicholas, Brittany and Bryn.  Friends and family will be received at the McKENZIE & BLUNDY FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION CENTRE, 431 N. Christina St., Sarnia on Friday, February 11th from 1-3 p.m.  A Celebration of Chris’ life will follow at the funeral home at 3 p.m. with Pastor Josh Pitka officiating.  As an expression of sympathy, friends who wish may send memorial donations to a charity of their choice.  Messages of condolence & memories may be left at www.mckenzieblundy.com A tree will be planted in memory of Chris Palen in the McKenzie & Blundy Memorial Forest. Dedication service Sunday, September 18th, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. at the Wawanosh Wetlands Conservation Area