Ingrid Johanna Lahey CHATHAM, Ontario Obituary

Ingrid Johanna Lahey

<p>Ingrid Johanna Lahey passed away at home on Sunday, December 18, 2022 at the age of 73, after a lengthy battle with colon cancer. Born in Berlin on Dec. 2, 1949, she came to Canada at age 3, and was raised in and near Mississauga by her late parents Gertrud and the Arno Boehnke. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 48 years, Dale Edward Lahey, their 2 sons, Cory (Jen) and Scott (Megan), and grand-daughters Lauryn and Kenzie of Mitchell’s Bay and Reese and Isabel of Calgary. Ingrid is survived by her younger sisters, Magrid Clarke (Martin), Gabriele Clark (Rick), and Connie Gomes (Jeremy). Also by her nieces Rebecca Clarke, Jena Gomes, Chelsea Gomes (Justin), Lacey Milmore, and nephews Nevin Gomes, Joey Crandall (Jackie) and by great-nephews Logan, Cooper, Grayson, Weston, Aiden, Logan, Noah, Cole and great-nieces Sophia, Leyna and Amelia.</p><p>Ingrid was a much loved teacher-coach, coaching major champions in 3 sports, volleyball, basketball, and badminton. She played volleyball for over 30 years and coached it for 45 years. She was female athlete of the year at the U. of Windsor 1970-71. Ingrid was co-founder of the still running Ballhawks Volleyball Club’75 and of the Spring Boys Volleyball League.</p><p>She was twice inducted into the Wallaceburg Hall of Fame.</p><p>Celebration of Life is on Sunday, April 23, 2023 from 1:00 pm-4:00 pm with Tribute speeches at 2:30 pm. It will be held in the Derby Room at the Retro Suites Hotel, 2 King St, Chatham. There is parking in the Municipal Lot at the corner of William St and King St, in the Hotel lot as well as at the mall parking garage. Hors d'oeuvres will be served and there will be a cash bar.</p>
December 18, 202212/18/2022
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Ray Sarkis
February 6, 2023
Dale/Cory/Scott, On behalf of the Knights, I want to extend my deepest Sympathy to the whole family. It was always a pleasure seeing her at high school and club tournaments and talking about her boys.
Regards
Ray Sarkis
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Barb Rigg-Garbaty
January 24, 2023
We will miss Ingrids smile as she lit up the gym upon entering, whether coaching or officiating!

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Don Martin
December 23, 2022
My deepest sympathies go to the entire Lahey family in this difficult time. Ingrid is widely recognised across the province as an elite volleyball coach. She set the example for our successful athletic program at WDSS. As her long time colleague, I am also reminded of ... Continue Reading
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Sandra Holmes
December 22, 2022
Ingrid was my PE department head in my first teaching position at WDSS. She was such a great mentor and friend. I learned so much from her and her husband, Dale. My sincere condolences to Dale, Cory and Scott at this very sad time. This is such a sad day.
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Dr. Jim and Nicole Wheeler
December 20, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Dale, Scott and Cory during this difficult time. She will be missed. She was always full of grace and kindness. I will never forget the fun volleyball parties at your house in the 1980's- great memories.
Love,
Dr. Jim and Nicole W...
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Patrick Bergeron
December 20, 2022
I was fortunate enough to have experienced many great memories with Mrs. Lahey, both on and off the volleyball court. She will always be in my heart. I want to send all of my love and good thoughts to Dale, Scott, Cory, and family.
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Gayle Stucke
December 20, 2022
Ingrid was an enthusiastic colleague and friend with whom I shared the Girls’ Phys Ed office in Wallaceburg Dlistict Secondary School. We shared lesson plans, coaching strategies and personal stories. Ingrid coached my children Lisa, Lara and Marcus on competitive volley... Continue Reading
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Jeffrey Fox
December 20, 2022
A candle was posted for Ingrid Johanna Lahey.
A candle was posted for Ingrid Johanna Lahey.
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David Denomy
December 20, 2022
A great athlete , a wonderful teacher and a very nice person.
David and Dolores Denomy
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Brittany Schram
December 19, 2022
Ingrid was an amazing woman. I had the pleasure of working with her at Walmart, everytime that I knew I was working with her it was going to be a good time. She loved talking about coaching and the latest movies her and dale seen. She will truly be missed by so many. I’m... Continue Reading