Emily DeMerchant
1931-2020
Following a brief illness, Emily Mae DeMerchant of Perth-Andover, NB,
passed away peacefully at Hotel Dieu St. Joseph Hospital on May 8,
2020.
Emily was born in Perth-Andover, NB, on April 29, 1931. She was the
daughter of the late Harold and Gladys (Loose) Tatlock. Emily leaves
behind her stepson, David Burrell (Viota) of Riverview, NB; her
sister, Lucy Smith of Grimsby, ON; along with several nieces and
nephews.
Emily was predeceased by her parents; her husband, George DeMerchant;
her son, DeVerne DeMerchant along with another infant son; her
sisters, Betty Dewitt and Lily Mockler.
Emily was a brilliant student and attended the Teacher’s College in
Fredericton. She received her Masters Degree and taught school for
many years in Tilley, New Denmark, and Perth-Andoverand was also
principal for many years. She married George DeMerchant when she was
18. She and George lost an infant boy at birth. This was a lifelong
sadness for Emily. Later, she had her son, DeVerne, whom she loved
dearly. His early death was a blow to his parents. George and Emily
sold the family farm in South Tilley and relocated to Perth-Andover in
the late 80’s. More recently, she moved in « the Villa » where
she lived for a short time before becoming sick. Emily was the
namesake for DeVerne’s boutiques “House of Emae” he
established in both Perth-Andover and Fredericton around 1980. Emily
always had a « stiff upper lip » and faced setbacks with
grace. She loved her church family (Perth-Andover Wesleyan) and her
friends.
Goodbye Emily. Well done good and faithful servant. Until we meet
again.
Due to the restrictions imposed because of Covid-19, a private
graveside service will be held at the Lerwick Cemetery. A more formal
celebration of Emily’s life will be held as soon as it becomes
possible.
For those who wish, memorial donations to the Southern Victoria Cancer
Assistance Fund would be appreciated by the family.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Brunswick Funeral Home,
Perth-Andover, NB.
19312020
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Emily DeMerchant 19312020..
Décès pour la Ville: Perth-Andover, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick