Merle Elizabeth Southam
Peacefully at the Pembroke Regional Hospital, on Friday January 28, 2022 in her 98th year. Merle Southam (nee Shaver) of Pembroke and formerly of Ottawa, beloved wife of the late Dr. F.W. (Bill) Southam.
Loved mother of Roderick Southam (Joanne), Montreal, Arlene Southam (Kirk), Kinuso AB, and Terry-Anne Dawe (Becky), Petawawa. Loving grandmother of 4 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. Sister of the late Burn Shaver and sister-in-law of Grace Shaver. Missed by all her nieces and nephews.
Respecting Merle’s wishes, cremation has taken place. Spring interment Cataraqui Cemetery, Kingston. In memory of Merle, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to the Murphy Funeral Home, Pembroke.
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Merle Elizabeth Southam Shaver Friday January 28th 2022..
Death notice for the town of: Pembroke, Province: Ontario
Deepest sympathy to Merle’s family at this sad time. Merle and Bill were beloved members of the Kingston Unitarian Fellowship for many years. We enjoyed visits with Merle at The Royale in Kingston And a brief visit in Pembroke in the summer of 2021. Merle was a special person and we will miss her. With love from Maureen and Rob.