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MERKLEY: Dwight E. of Ilderton

Posted By Haskett Funeral Homes On June 13, 2016 @ 12:40 PM In Lucan,Obituary | 25 Comments

MERKLEY: Dwight E. of Ilderton

Passed away peacefully, at his home in Ilderton, on Sunday, June 12, 2016, in his 89th year.  Dwight was married to his beautiful wife Elaine (Pinkerton) Merkley for 62 years.  He is survived by their 3 children, Craig (Jan Searle), Lauren (Raymond Cook), and David; along with 6 grandchildren: Krista, Olivia, Kevin, Gray, Peter, and Alex.  Born in Smith Falls, Ontario, he was the youngest of 5 children of Pearl and Harry Merkley.

Dwight was employed with the London Board of Education, where he served as an elementary school teacher and principal.  Dwight loved music and dancing.  He was a star track and field athlete in his younger years, and enjoyed curling in his retirement.  He especially enjoyed playing cards with neighbours and friends.

The family will hold a celebration of his life at Vanneck United Church, 22651 Vanneck Road, Ilderton on Thursday, June 16, 2016 at 2 PM.  They wish to thank long-time friends, neighbours, and their church community.  Dwight’s ashes will be committed near the family cottage on Georgian Bay, where he spent many summers enjoying family and friends.

Donations to the Vanneck United Church or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.


Condolences for the family of “MERKLEY: Dwight E. of Ilderton”

Condolence from Susan Cook on June 13th, 2016 5:53 PM

I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. He was a wonderful man who always had a smile on his face. You will have many wonderful memories ! Hugs to all.

Condolence from Tracy Harrison on June 13th, 2016 6:11 PM

Lauren, Ray and family…my thoughts are with you at this time of sorrow.
Cherish your memories and embrace the moments of laughter!!
Kindly
Tracy Harrison

Condolence from Don and Heather Benner on June 13th, 2016 7:48 PM

Dear Ray , Lauren and family…Sincere sympathy on the loss of a wonderful Father / Grandfather….Thinking of you as you face the challenging days ahead…Hugs…Love The Benner Family…

Condolence from Dan & Deb Brintnell on June 13th, 2016 7:49 PM

Lauren and Ray. So very sorry for the loss of your Dad.

Condolence from Scott and Jenny Dietrich on June 13th, 2016 8:33 PM

Lauren, Ray, Krista, Kevin and Alex,

So sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad and Grandpa. Scott and I are thinking about you. Keep the memories close.

Hugs,
-Jenny & Scott

Condolence from Dan & Barb Prohaszka on June 13th, 2016 8:54 PM

We have wonderful memories of Dwight & Elaine having fun at the curling club. Such great people. Thinking of you all at this difficult time.

Condolence from Kelly Francis on June 13th, 2016 9:56 PM

Lauren, Ray and family, So sorry to hear of your dads passing, thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May the many family memories you have shared bring you peace.

Condolence from Karen McDonald and Family on June 14th, 2016 7:50 AM

Mrs. Merkley, Lauren, Craig, David and families. So sorry for your loss. He was a kind , gentle man. I remember him fondly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Condolence from Julie Russell on June 14th, 2016 9:53 AM

Dear Elaine, Lauren, Craig and David and all the grand children.
Praying for you and sending my love to you.
I have many fond memories of
Dwight (Dad). I loved fishing, sailing and singing You are My Sunshine with him at the cottage. He sure could harmonize. He was so full of life and love.

Condolence from Jennifer Heim on June 14th, 2016 10:03 AM

Our deepest condolences to Olivia & her family,
From what this says, your grandfather obviously enjoyed life and was surrounded by love which is all anyone can hope for. Celebrate the long life he led and the happiness and joy he shared with others.
Our thoughts are with you,
your Fairmont family

Condolence from The Wilkers on June 14th, 2016 11:08 AM

Our thoughts are with your family. Dwight’s presence on the channel between Dillon and Windrock will be greatly missed by our family. Such nice memories too!
Ro-chelle Island
Rod Wilker & Pam Tunks, Terry & Michelle (Wilker) Kay

Condolence from Mary Johnston on June 14th, 2016 7:07 PM

Elaine and family
Our condolences to you on Dwights passing. We will miss his backyard neighbourly chats.

George and Mary Johnston

Condolence from Rod & Pam on June 14th, 2016 8:33 PM

Elaine & family,
Dwight was defiantly one of the good guys. We’ll miss the boats friendly honk hello whenever you passed by our island. Our thoughts are with you.
Rod & Pam

Condolence from Ruth Cook on June 15th, 2016 8:52 AM

Elaine and family –

So sorry to hear of your recent loss – please accept my sincere condolences…
I am sorry I will be unable to attend the Celebration of Dwight’s Life on Thursday,

Ruth Cook and family

Condolence from Amy Cook on June 15th, 2016 8:53 AM

Lauren, Ray and Family –
So sorry to hear of your loss.
Thinking of you,
Steve, Amy, Maddie and Grace

Condolence from Doug Hocking & Kate Monk on June 15th, 2016 10:13 AM

Dear Craig and Jan and families: Our sincere condolences to you. Hold on to the good memories and take good care of each other. Doug & Kate

Condolence from Robert and Carole Anderson on June 15th, 2016 11:08 AM

Elaine and family:
We are very sorry to learn of Dwight’s passing.

Our memories include Dwight as our vice-principal at Knollwood, fishing for bass and enjoying meals of them at your cottage and bridge games together. It’s too bad that we didn’t get in some bridge when we lived in Ilderton.

What a fine gentleman and respected professional he was!

In sympathy,

Bob and Carole Anderson

Condolence from Heather Bice on June 15th, 2016 3:24 PM

Dear Elaine, Lauren, Ray and family
Our sincere condolences with the passing of Dwight (Dad). He was such a positive caring person who always had a smile on his face whenever you met him. Dad enjoyed singing in the choir with him and especially when the “Grandpa’s” did their special songs. Dwight was a true gentleman and will be missed in our community. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this most difficult time.
Burt and Heather Bice

Condolence from Don and Pat Draper on June 15th, 2016 3:32 PM

I extend my condolences to Elaine and family. My thoughts below have been expressed in a sympathy card sent today but I feel a need to write them in this forum.
I have very fond memories of my years at Fairmont School working with Dwight. Very pleasurable were the recreational times we spent together – playing tennis, curling and fishing during a visit to the Merkley cottage. I will treasure forever these thoughts of things we shared.
Unfortunately I will miss the Celebration of Dwight’s life as both Pat and I have an appointment at the Cancer Program. My thoughts will be with you.

Condolence from Barbara Williamson on June 15th, 2016 4:17 PM

.I was so sorry to learn of Dwight’s death .I am unable to be at his funeral as I have a medical appointment at the same time, which I must keep. Dwight was a wonderful principal to work for , always smiling. You will miss his cheery laugh.

Condolence from Dora Donkervoort and family on June 16th, 2016 12:07 AM

Dear Elaine and Family

We are so sorry to hear of Dwight’s passing. He was a very nice person to know and work with many years ago. He spoke of you and your children often.
Our thoughts are with you.
Dora Donkervoort and family

Condolence from Paul & Jocelyn on June 16th, 2016 9:58 AM

Lauren, Ray, Krista Kevin and Alex

We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your father and grandfather.
Our deepest sympathies.

Paul & Jocelyn

Condolence from Karen & Bill Mackie on June 16th, 2016 3:20 PM

Craig, Jan and Family,

We are thinking of all of you at this difficult time.
Your family memories of your father/grandfather will become your strength, tomorrow.

With sympathy,
Karen & Bill Mackie

Condolence from Gord and Joan Taylor on June 17th, 2016 7:05 AM

Elaine and Family,
We were so sorry to hear of Dwight’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you travel through the coming days.

Condolence from Gooderham Family on June 19th, 2016 12:32 PM

To Elaine and family,

We are so sorry to hear of Dwight’s passing. He was such a wonderful guy whose love for Georgian Bay was contagious. He was always so upbeat with a positive outlook on life. An inspiration to all. If there is anything we can do to help up north please let us know.

With our deepest condolences,

The Gooderham Family (Michael, Susie, Carolyn, Fraser & Claire)

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