October 19, 1926 - January 28, 2024

It is with great sadness for the family to announce the passing of Merle in her 98th year at Glen Hill Strathaven in Bowmanville, on Sunday January 28th 2024.

Beloved wife of the late Clarence Albert Avery.

She will be forever cherished in the hearts of her children Shirley Marshall(Murray), Diane Rekker(Joe), Lynda Marshall(the late George), the late John Avery(Debbie) and James.

She will be dearly missed by her 14 grandchildren, including the late Cheryl Marshall, 31 great-grandchildren and 5 great-great-grandchildren.

As per Merle's wishes, cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life will follow at a later date.