HUDSON, Merlyn Lilian: July 30, 1937 - February 23, 2026 Merlyn, adored wife, mother, grandmother, friend, and retired educator, passed away surrounded by family and enveloped in love on February 23, 2026, at age 88. She was born in South Africa where she met and married the love of her life, Norm (decd. 2020). In 1959, they moved to Calgary, Alberta, and then lived for 58 years in sunny Penticton. Merlyn will be profoundly missed by her children, Lloyd and Jodi (Dale); granddaughter Hannah (Sebastian); and many cherished family members and friends. The family would like to extend their deepest gratitude to the staff at Moog & Friends Hospice House and Dr. Mari La Cock for their loving care and dedicated attention. At the family's request, there will be no funeral. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the BC Cancer Foundation. Condolences may be shared by visiting
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Published by Okanagan Valley Newspaper Group on Feb. 27, 2026.