Obituary of Alivia Vanderklei

On March 19th, 2010, Alivia Nicole Vanderklei earned her wings, surrounded by her family after a 15 month battle with neuroblastoma cancer. Born July 14, 2005 in Niagara Falls, Alivia attended JK at Stevensville Public School, went to the Ballet Plus School of Dance and was well known at the local arenas playing with her friends. Throughout her struggle, her character was never shaken and she lived each day with cancer with a strong and positive attitude. At the age of four, she exemplified unparalleled courage, inspiring us all and made us so very proud. She is survived by her mom Chantal (Longpre), her dad Craig, big brothers Mathieu and Andrew, and baby sister Katelyn. Also survived by her loving grandparents, Priscille and Marcel Longpre, Tony and Kathleen Vanderklei, her great grandparents Albert and Pauline Coutu and the rest of her family who will miss her deeply. Benner Funeral Services, 1105 Benner Ave., Fort Erie entrusted with arrangements. The family will receive friends on Monday from 7-9 and Tuesday from 2-4 & 7-9. Funeral Services will be conducted in the Benner Funeral Chapel on Wednesday morning at 11 o'clock. Reception to follow at Fort Erie Golf Club. In lieu of flowers, donations to the James Fund dedicated to finding a cure for neuroblastoma by raising funds while supporting families suffering the same pain would be greatly appreciated by the family. To all our friends, family, caregivers, and everyone who supported us through this ordeal, we thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Your comfort and support are appreciated more than you will ever know. Remember always... LIV STRONG!