Passed away peacefully at home after a short illness, with her family by her side on Sunday, December 21, 2025 at the age of 81. Beloved wife of the late Chris Van Bussel since 1963. Cherished mother of Ann Straatman, Mary Van Bussel and Michael Feeney, Brian VanBussel and Lisa Adams, and Karen Favacho and Jon Binks. Adored granny of Matthew and Kelsey, Joel and Madison; Justine, Caroline, Noah, Timothy; Leah; Camille, and Samuel and great-grandma of Scottie, Bill and soon to come Baby Straatman. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Frank and Bridgette Van Geel, Andy Van Geel and Gloria Hodgins, Walda and Gary Barker, John Van Geel and Joe Eagleson, Nancy and Bob Flanagan, Mary and Harold McAdam, Jack Van Geel, Keith Van Geel, Lois Van Geel, and Mary Van Geel. Cathy will be fondly remembered by the extended Van Bussel families as well as many nieces, nephews and staff at Seelster Farms. Predeceased by her parents Jac and Catherina (Van Delaar) Van Geel, step-mother Quirina (De Koning) Van Geel, parents-in-law Frank and Gerarda Van Bussel and siblings and in-laws, Adrian (George) Van Geel, Carl Van Geel, and Pete and Joyce Van Geel.
Cathy’s life was defined by her unwavering love for her family, her strong faith, and the treasured friendships she held close.
The family would like to extend sincere gratitude to Dr. Dan Leger for the wonderful care provided to Cathy over the years and his incredible support in her final days
Visitation will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street Lucan on Sunday, December 28th from 3 – 5 PM.
Cathy’s Funeral Mass will be held the following day on Monday, December 29th at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, 32922 Richmond Street, Lucan at 11AM. Interment St. Patrick’s Cemetery.
Donations to a charity of your choice in Cathy’s memory would be appreciated by the family.
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Dawna and Harry Ban Boxmeer
Ann, Mary, Brian, Karen and the Van Bussel and Van Geel families.
Our sincere condolences to all of you. “Tante Cathy” was a wonderful person. May your memories of her be filled with joy and bring a smile to your heart.
Ruth Murphy
To the Van Geel and Van Bussel Families
My deepest condolences on the passing of Cathy. She had the loviest of smiles. Cherish the memories of Cathy with you. The weather prevented me from attending the Funeral Mass.
Ruth Morkin Murphy
Frank and Dianne Dietrich
To the Van Bussel and Van Geel families,
Our sincere condolences on the passing of Cathy, she was a lovely lady and you could always have a great chat with her, she will be missed by many, and the community
Doug and Doreen Nash
Please accept our since sympathy on the passing of Kathy. She was a very special lady.
Helen and Brian McHenry
Ann, Mary, Brian, Karen and families
We are sorry that we are unable to be with you at this very sad time but the weather has prohibited travel. We are going to Mass this morning in Grimsby to pray for Cathy, you and your families.
Love to all. Helen and Brian McHenry and families
Cyndy Ouellette
Dear Ann, Mary, Karen, Brian, Van Geel and Van Bussel families,
I am so sorry for your loss.
I wish you peace. Hold fast to the wonderful happy memories you have.
Sam Moir
My condolences to the Van Bussel and Van Geel families.
Cathy was always a very friendly and pleasant lady to talk with.
I’m sure she will be missed.
Linda & Dale Froats
Our sympathy to all the Van Bussell and Van Geel families. Cathy was a kind and pleasant friend and we enjoyed sharing both of our family and church news when together. She loved her family immensely.
Jeff & Margaret Bryan
Our condolences to the Van Bussel family on Cathy’s passing
Larry and Lynda Lewis
To the Van Bussel & Van Geel Families
Our deepest condolences to all of the families at this difficult time. Cathy and I where neighbours growing up and we would reminisce old times when ever we met in a store. Cathy was a super lady treasure all those great memories.
Our Prayers are with you.
Larry and Lynda Lewis
Fr. Bob Remark
Dearest family members,
I am so sorry to hear of the death of Cathy. She was a faith-filled and loving woman. I have fond memories of her and Chris when I was pastor at St. Pat’s way back in 1996. They were part of the backbone of the parish, with all they said and did! More recently, I enjoyed hugs and quick chats with Cathy when celebrating mass at St. Patrick’s. I’ll never forget her.
My sympathies in her loss, and my prayers for her repose and for peace in the family are being sent now and into the future.
Peace,
Fr. Bob Remark
Ray & Sue's Heffernan
Van Geel, Van Bussel Families. Our Deepest Sympathy on your loss of Cathy. Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
Maria and Rob Riggin
Dear Ann, Mary, Brian, Karen and families
Our sincere condolences. Tante Cathy will be missed.
I had planned to come to her funeral mass however the freezing rain along with the predicted snowstorm will prohibit that. I will have a mass said for here in Kincardine.
Lots of love to all of you.
Maria and Rob Riggin
Pete & Pat Van Geleuken
Our deepest condolences to the Van Geel & Van Bussel families. Kate was a lovely person & we are sure she will be deeply missed.
Carole Damen
To the Van Bussel and Van Geel Families
My sincere condolences as you mourn the loss of such a wonderful woman,
Hold your memories of her close in your heart. I am keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers .
Amanda O'Neil
Ann, Matt & Joel, our sincere condolences on your loss, keep all the fond memories close & she’s with you everyday.
Amanda, Jake, Joe O’Neil
Phyllis O’Neil
To the VanBussel & VanGeel families our condolences on the loss of Cathy. You have to cherish the memories of your many years together.
Sincerely Phyllis O’Neil
Gerald and Brenda Lenders
To John and Joe and to Nancy and Bob,
Sending condolences to you at this time of sorrow. May the many memories of your sister bring you peace, strength and comfort.
In sympathy,
Gerald and Brenda Lenders
Pat & Ben Goertz
Gone is a mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Our sincere condolences to the Van Bussel and Van Geel families who will mourn her passing. She is gone, but will not be forgotten. Rest in Peace Kate !
Hans and Marie Ewald
To the Van Bussel and Van Geel families
We were so sad to hear that Cathy had passed away..She was so kind and generous always friendly .She will be missed .Our sincere sympathy to all
Hans and Marie Ewald
Kellie Maslen
Ann, Mary, Brian & Karen:
So sad to hear of your mom’s passing. She was always so warm, welcoming and generous. A ton of wonderful memories from my time with your family. My sincere condolences to you all.
Liz Jenkin
To the Van Bussel and Van Geel families
I didn’t know Cathy well but we had lovely chats when she came in the store.
I will miss the conversations about her family and the farm. She shone with pride when telling her stories about both
Jackie Nyssen termeer
I knew Cathy my dad worked for her and her husband haven’t seen her for years, but she was always a great lady to me my dad Arnold, or Ernie always spoke highly of her and I went to school with the children sorry for your loss Nancy
Barbra Ralston
Dear Van Bussell and Van Geel families,
My heartfelt condolences to you and yours!! I know Cathy as ‘Kate’ and when I was young she would cut my hair. I remember her lovely smile and personality.
Enjoy your special memories of Cathy ‘ Kate ‘.
Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Love Gerda Spruyt, Barbra Ralston (Spruyt) and family. xoxo
Debby Timmermans
Market, Leah and family
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. We are thinking of you and sending all our love and keeping you in our thoughts
Bert, Deb, Peyton and Aaron
Pat Kelly
My Heartfelt Condolences to the VanBussel and VanGeel families
Ron Reymer
Ann, Mary, Brian and Karen. I’m so sorry for your loss. My condolences on your Mom’s passing. She was a special lady. I have many happy memories of her growing up. Thinking of you all at this sad time.
Roger and Corina Lowe
Ann, Mary, Brian and Karen,
Please accept our condolences on the passing of your mother.
Doug and Fran Brenner
Sorry for your loss!
Aunt Kate will be missed
Diane Elston
To all of Cathy’s family,
My condolences on your loss of a beautiful lady with a great sense of humour.
Keep your memories of happy times close to bring you comfort.
Diane Martens Elston
John and Mary Ann Brown
So sorry for the loss of your mother. John & I have known Kathy for years and have always found her to be caring and kind. She will be missed.
Linda Loyens
My condolences to all of you. Thinking of you at this sad time. My prayers are with you. Hug each other everyday.
Linda Loyens
Bruce Maslen
Karen,
So sad to hear the news. She was such a nice lady. I did have one of her bowls of soup. As did many other people for sure.
Jim and Helen Hearn
Our sincere sympathy to all Cathy’s loved ones. She will be missed, but certainly not forgotten.
Jim and Helen
Chris Robson
My sincere condolences to all the family.
Joan Greenlee
Sorry for the loss of a lovely neighbour – Cathy will be missed by all.
Arielle Edwards
Mary is my god mother, and would like to forward my condolences to herself, her children, and the rest of the family. Last time I saw Cathy was 10 years ago visiting from the states. I will always have such fond memories visiting the horse stables, and enjoying Cathy’s company during our visits. Sending love and hugs for the days ahead.
Bob & Cathy Moore
Van Bussel & Van Geel Families,
Our thoughts & prayers are with you at this sad time.
Treasure all those great memories.
Mary Attwell
Andy,
Sorry to learn about the death of your sister Cathy. Keeping you and your family in my prayers.
Mary Attwell (Ottawa)
Bernadette Mercer
Our sincere thoughts of sympathy are with the Van Bussel and Van Geel families. Hold tight onto your many fond memories. from the Clymans family – Bernadette (Clymans) and Art Mercer.
Tom Hearn
To the Van Bussell and Van Geel Families,
I am so sorry to hear this sad news. You have my deepest condolences.
Andrea & Larry McCurdy
Karen, Leah and the Van Bussel Family, our sincere condolences, you are in our thoughts and prayers. Kate was a wonderful person.
Tim & Annette Martens
Ann, Mary, Brian, Karen & the VanGeel Family – we are so sorry for your loss. Kate was loved by so many and she will certainly be missed. Thinking of you at this difficult time and sending you our deepest condolences.
Tim & Annette Martens
Susan Cook
Sending my sincere condolences to both the Van Bussel and Van Geel families. Kate was such a lovely lady and will be sadly missed by many.
Patrick Meyers
To all family members associated with the Van Bussel’s. I wanted to express my most sincere condolences at Cathy’s passing. I worked for the Van Bussel’s for three years at Seelster farms in the early 90’s as their farm veterinarian. I remember all of the tremendous support that Cathy gave me as I was going through some personal challenges at that time. A very special woman who will be missed by all of her friends & family.
Bonnie Manders
Sincerely Sympathy to Cathy’s Family. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time and in the days ahead. RIP Cathy.
Bev Dayman
Ann, Karen and the Van Bussel and Van Geel families,
Our thoughts are with you all as you mourn the loss of an incredible lady-a wonderful Mom and Grandma and a dear sister.
May you find peace and comfort in the many memories you have with her.
Sincerely
Shawn and Bev Dayman
Maggie,Tessa,Leah and Jocelyn Dayman
Tony and Connie Straatman
We are so very sorry to hear of Kate’s passing. She will be missed by many! Thinking of you all at this very sad time. Sending you prayers and our deepest condolences.
Helga Howald
My deepest condolences to all of Kate’s family, my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Dave & Shannon Manders
To the entire family, our deepest condolences. Dave has great memories from working at Seelsters. Thinking of you all. 🕊️
Joan and Ralph Needham
Our thoughts are with you today. Speak her name often and she will always be near.
Chris Gysemans
To the entire Van Bussel & Van Geel family, my sincere condolences.
Shirley Dykstra and Family
Sending our condolences and keeping you all in our prayers.
Lindsey & Bud Sinclair
Our sincere condolences to the entire family. She was most definitely a remarkable woman and she always made you feel seen. She will be missed.
Bill and Marilyn Hack
Condolences to all Cathy,s close family and relatives. I have known Cathy since we were in our teens and she worked at the grocery store in Lucan. She was always so gracious. Then when we were older we would see each other at the North Star. A special meeting place for us both. We will have wonderful memories of Cathy.
Bill and Marilyn Hack
Brenda and Fred Smith
Sorry for your loss
But mom is back in the arms of her love
Loved are chats st the LCBO
Hugs
Roy & Mary Jane van Kasteren
Van Bussel & Van Geel Families,
Cathy will be missed, she was a very strong lady and a lovely neighbor! Always smiling and ready with a funny comment, sorry for your loss! Offering our prayers and condolences! 💐
Nancy Vandergulik
To the Van Bussel and Van Geel Families
My condolences, thinking of you at this difficult time.
Teresa & Jeff Young
Ann, Mary, Brian and Karen,
Your mother was one of the best women I knew. She will be missed. Please accept our condolences.
Thelma Kenny
Our best friend has left our world. Our heart is broken but with with joy at the same time as she brought so much joy to our lives. Kate and Chris and all the family made us whole. Love you with all our heart .Frank and Thelma Kenny
Thelma Kenny
Our best friend has left our world. Our heart is broken but with with joy at the same time as she brought so much joy to our lives. Kate and Chris and all the family made us whole. Love you with all our heart .Frank and Thelma Kennt