Passed away peacefuIIy surrounded by her Ioving famiIy on Wednesday, May 31, 2017, at the CIinton PubIic HospitaI. Born in Brandon, Manitoba, on August 16, 1937, GeraIdine ella Merpaw (ne Wood) of Vanastra, was in her 80th year.
BeIoved wife of George Merpaw for 61 years. Ioving mother of Sharon DaIe (Robert) of Exeter, Susan NoIan (Ken) of CIinton, CharIene Abbott (Frazer) of CIinton and Sean Merpaw (Ginger) of Iondon. Cherished Grandma of Iisa (Andrew), Tim (KyIa), Amber (Jay), NicoIe, Alexis, MacKenzie, CIaire, and Great-Grandma of Hannah, Sadie, Brody, Iucas, Jacob and Madellne. AIso survived by her sister , Mina BIackIock of Toronto.
Predeceased by her parents William and CIara Belle Wood, and by her sister Eva Woods.
In keeping with GeraIdines wishes, cremation is taking pIace and a ceIebration of GeraIdines Iife wiII be heId on Saturday, June 10, 2017, at 207 Spencer Street, CIinton, between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.
As expressions of sympathy, memoriaI donations to the AIzheimers Society wouId be appreciated can be made through McGlynn FamiIy FuneraI Home, Seaforth, 519-527-1390. OnIine condoIences can be made by visiting GeraIdines memoriaI at www.mcglynnfamiIyfuneraIhome.com
Betty Stanley
I am so sorry to hear of your mother&&single&&s passing Charlene she was such a great lady. Really enjoyed working with both of you all those years ago. Sending Hugs and Prayers your way.
Dorothy Benson
Dear Cousin George and family. It has been many years since I saw you and cousin Geraldine which at a time like this is so sad. My thoughts and prayers for God&&single&&s comfort to each of you during this time of losing someone so special. I hope the memories of your loving wife, mom and grandmother will help to carry you through this time of loss. Love, Cousin Dorothy
Lisa & Rodger
Char and Fraser and family,
So sorry for the loss of your Mother. Thinking of you during this difficult time.?
Ken and Marg Caldwell
Charlene and Frazer and Family: Our sincere sympathy in the loss of your mother and grandmother. Your memories of the past will help you in this sad time of bereavement.
Respectfully, Ken and Marg
Clayton snd Jane Groves
Merpaw Family: we have pleasant memories of dealing with Gerry when she was attending her duties with the housing at Vanastra. Our sympathy at this time. .
John and Moranne Duddy
We were so sad to learn about Gerry&&single&&s passing. Condolences to all of the family, most especially to George, and to Charlene. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Don and Joyce
Dear Sharon and Rob..Thinking of you and your family as you mourn a great loss. With sincere sympathy (HUGS)
LOIS MORRISON
SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOST.THINKING OF THE FAMILY.MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL.
Chelsea Coghlin
George,
I was so saddened to read of Gerry&&single&&s passing. You may not remember me, but she was always such a joy to work with during her stroke rehab. You both welcomed our team into your home so graciously. She had the best smile! Wishing you comfort in these difficult times.
Chelsea Coghlin
Eleanor Devereaux
Dear Susan and Ken
My sincere condolences to all your family.
Dale Ann
So sorry to hear about Gerry,you are all in my thoughts and prayers. I enjoyed my time I spent with her.
Bob,Elaine,Barry,Al, Darlene,Dave and Cindy
Our sincere condolences to your family Sharon. Sending our sympathies and our love.
Margaret & Luitje Kapp
So very sorry to hear of your Mother&&single&&s passing. Our heart felt sympathies to You and Rob
Dianne Gerstenkorn Weber
George and family. I was very sad to hear the news today of Gerry&&single&&s passing. I always enjoyed visiting with Gerry on Wednesday&&single&&s at the Adult Day Centre.
Remember
Those we love don&&single&&t go away.
They walk beside us every day.
Unseen, unheard but always near.
Still loved, still missed and very dear.
Dianne
Julie Consitt
My sincere sympathies to all the Merpaw family! Hugs to you all!
Beth MacKeage
George and family. I am so sorry to hear of Geraldine&&single&&s death. It has been many years now since I have seen you both; it has been good to finally get back in touch these past few years, even though we are still so far away. You and your family are in my thoughts at this sad time.
Cousin Beth
Calgary, Alberta
Clinton Co-Operative Childcare Centre Staff
Our condolences from all the staff at Clinton Childcare Centre
Thinking of you during this difficult time
Shirley
To the Merpaw Family Our sincere sympathy on the passing of your dear mother, mother in law and grandmother. Ken and Shirley McLean and families.
Eva and Peter Whitham
Aunt Gerry will be missed but never forgotten. We loved her deeply and send our condolences to the family on your lost. We all we hold tightly to the memories we have her and how she made us laugh.
Good Bye Aunt Gerry until we meet again…Love you
Rose Ann Nolan
Dear Susan & Ken
We are so sorry for the loss of your mother & mother-in-law.
Keeping you in our prayers.
Marion & Charlie Crawford & family
Rose Ann Nolan & family