Merritt Vennel Strum
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At the going down of the sun
And in the morning
We will remember them.
Members of the Royal Canadian Legion are requested to assemble at the Arthur Funeral Home & Cremation Centre on Thursday, November 25, 2010 at 6 pm for a memorial service for the late Merritt Vennel Strum
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18 Entries
Cindy Cudmore
November 30, 2010
Dawn, Jane and families: So sorry to hear of the passing of your Father. I know he was a well loved and respected man. So sorry for your loss. I couldn't make it to the funeral due to other commitments. Hope your Mom is OK.
Jasmine MacRae
November 29, 2010
To the Strum Family,
I was so saddened to hear of Merritt's passing. I had the pleasure of meeting Merritt during his trip to Cape Breton N.S. years ago. Although I don't remember much, I do remember how deep a connection both Merritt and Pat had with our family. We were always so pleased to receive phone calls and letters. My condolences to the entire family. Merritt was a great man and will be greatly missed.
Susan (Peeling) Marble
November 27, 2010
I remember Merritt (and children) from the Anglican church in Bruce Mines many years ago. I know that my Dad thought a great deal of Merritt and my condolences go out to his family.
November 27, 2010
Dear Family of Merritt Strum; This message from Roy Hare ,Sarnia Ontario. and Wilma Hardick. We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. Roy and I were pleased to be able to spend some time with Mr Stum in Thessalon Hospital, before we came home to Sarnia.in the fall ,before he went to the Soo. I was facinated to listen to Roy and Merritt talk for an hour or more about their time in the service,some of the activities and fun that he and Lloyd Hare had. Also many tales as they were all growing up,the names of dozens of people they both knew. It was a beautiful moment in time..May you find peace, at this troubled time ,knowing of the many friends he had ,that cared so much. Sincerely,Wilma and Roy.
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Bill and Randi Moss
November 27, 2010
We were saddened to read about Merritt’s passing. We had the honor of meeting Merritt and Pat during a hospital stay. Merritt shared some interesting stories about his Lighthouse experiences as the Keeper. Merritt was such an interesting person and the stories that he shared were told with such zealous and dedication. During the short time when I met Merritt it was easy to see how much he loved his lovely wife Pat and his family. It was an honour to have met Merritt, a proud Veteran and a true Gentleman. My wife and I send our most sincere condolences to Pat and the Strum Family.
Sincerely, Bill and Randi Moss
November 26, 2010
MY CONDOLENCES TO THE MERRIT STRUM FAMILY MY THOUGHTS AND PPRAYERS ARE WITH YOU...MAUREEN WISMER SHEARER..LIONS HEAD ONT.
Lorne and Merin Barlow
November 26, 2010
A true historian and a pillar of society has been lost with the passing of Mr. Merritt Strum. Our thoughts are with the entire Strum family at this time of sorrow.
November 25, 2010
Our sincerest condolences to all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Rene, Heather, Kyle and Kolin Castonguay
November 25, 2010
To Pat and all of the Strum family I am so saddened to hear of the passing of Merritt. It is like losing a family member. He and my Dad, Ivan Notter, were lifelong friends and I think that is special when my Dad was Merritts teacher in Bruce Mines. They had a very special bond, and growing up we all thought of Merritt as a very special person. I bet my Dad was one of the first people to greet him: with my Mother:) He is going to be missed by so many people and this country has lost a very special person.
Wendy Bellamy (Notter)
Milton, Ontario
November 25, 2010
When you read about the Palm Leaf, the military uses words like "metorious service" and "gallantry", that is how Merritt served his country, his community and his family. I am honoured and privileged to be able to say that I knew him. The community lost a great historian and respected human being. My thoughts go out the family. Sincerely, Steven Beilhartz
Nicole Chalmers
November 25, 2010
Bill, Janet, Janel & Strum Family
We are thinking of you in your time of grief. Our most sincere sympathies. From the Freedom Riders - We are here for you if you need anything.
November 25, 2010
Merritt was always so kind to my dad, John Grasley. Thinking of you all in this time of sorrow, reflection and rejoicing in the life that was your father.
Anne and Eric Jones
Bonita Springs, Florida
November 25, 2010
Please accept my sincere and heartfelt condolences on the recent passing of Merritt. I will remember him with fondest memories - he was often in the municipal office to make copies and discuss the possibility of starting a rumour if things in town seemed to quiet.....he always had a smile and many witty comments - thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Barb Penno
November 24, 2010
Thinking of all of you at this time. Merritt was a great ambassador for his town and his country.Our prayers are with you.
Love Kevin, Tammy and Kyle Jeffery.
marlene wismer
November 24, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
November 24, 2010
Thinking of you at this time. Merritt was a great ambassador to his town and his country. Sorry we can't make it home, but our thoughts are with you.
Love: Kevin, Tammy and Kyle Jeffery.
Dan Stark
November 24, 2010
My sincerest condolences on the unfortunate news of the passing of a great Canadian. My heart goes out to the entire Strum family.
November 24, 2010
Hollis, Joe and David
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. Cherish and enjoy the memories you have for I'm sure he added much richness to your lives and helped shaped you in to who you are today. Sorry we are unable to attend but we are thinking of you.
Love: Dina, Guido, Anthony and Marina Piraino
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