Mervyn Lawrence McLaughlin
January 6, 2020
On Monday, January 6, 2020 Mervyn McLaughlin passed away surrounded by his family at his home in Carstairs, AB at the age of 82 years. Merv lived life to the fullest. He was a loving husband, father and a very proud Grandpa. He grew up on the family farm near Semans, SK and later took over farming for 33 years. He spent hours in the shop building or repairing almost anything you could think of. This was known as a special place where family, friends and neighbours would gather with Merv to tell stories as they worked. He loved music and is best remembered for playing the piano and singing old country classics at family gatherings.
He is lovingly remembered by his loving wife, Dianne (nee Wagner) of 54 years; daughters, Amber Raedeke (Murray), and Leanne; son, Tyler (Tracey); and grandchildren, Connor, Jayda, Wyatt and Paige. Merv was predeceased by his father, William; mother, Jenny; and sister, Doris.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, January 18, 2020 at the Carstairs Half Century Club, 1139 Osler Street from 2pm to 5pm. Burial will take place in Semans, SK at a later date.
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Messages of Condolence
Please accept our deepest sympathies on the loss of your dear father. I know this is a very sad and difficult time for you and your family. May he Rest In Peace. ~ John and Mezaun Evin
Diane and Family. So sorry to learn of Mervyn’s passing. Keeping you in our thoughts during this very sad time. Sincerely Ray and Debbie LaMontagne ~ Ray & Debbie LaMontagne
Thinking of you all at this time. Love Paulette and John ~ Paulette and John Gurak
So very sorry to hear of Merv’s passing. We thought a lot of him. So pleasant to spend time with Merv and Dianne at Mom and Dad’s in Semans. Our deepest condolences to Dianne, Amber, Leanne, Tyler and families. ~ Doug and Heather Gyorfi
Merv was a truly wonderful neighbour and a fabulous friend. Many happy times were spend with him and Di at their home and on our farm. They made our transition to living in Canada a gentle and happy one. Chris spend many a happy time in the "Man Cave" with Merv and considered him to be one of his best friends ever. A wonderful man who will forever hold a special place in our hearts. Our deepest and sincerest sympathies to Di and all of the family. We will raise a glass in Merv's honour. God bless you Merv until we meet again xxx ~ Jacquie and Chris Pascoe
It just so saddens our hearts to hear of Merv’s passing. This will leave a big hole in your hearts and lives. Allan especially it bothers remembering their farming years together and his friendship. To you Diane, Amber, Leanne, Tyler and families our thoughts and prayers are with you. May Gods loving arms surround you and hold you tight and give you His strength peace and comfort through this time. Hugs and love to you all. ~ Allan and Joan Martin
Our sincere sympathies Diane and family. He will be missed by many. ~ Brian & Kathy Benko
We have many fond memories of Merv through the years. Condolence to you Dianna and your family. ~ Doug & Marlene Purdue.
Our deepest condolences to the McLaughlin family ~ Ernie and Carol Hugie
So sorry for your loss, I remember him very well when mom and I would go to their house to visit ~ June Steele
Our condolences Diane and your family, He will be missed , he had a big heart and we were always happy in his company. You were great friends to Joyce and find it hard to accept her family is all gone. Perhaps they will share their friend ship in heaven. You stay well and know that even though the time has passed you are not forgotten.5 ~ Vivian and Lloyd Massier
We're sorry we can't be with you at the celebration of Merv's life. We will however remember him always as a man who loved life, and lived life to the fullest. We will carry him in our hearts as fond memories continue to fill our thoughts. I just know when we reach those gates of heaven that it will be Merv at the piano welcoming us. Love you always good friend ~ Frank and Deborah Horvath
Our deepest condolences! Sending hugs to the family! ~ Marie & Brian Schaffer
Praying for your family during this time of loss! ~ Cindy O’Flaherty
Gary and I met Merv and Dianne in Florida. We enjoyed a wonderful afternoon and dinner with Leanne, Dianne and Merv. We were saddened to learn of his death. Our condolences go out to Leanne, Dianne and family! ~ Gary and Devota Appleby
Very sorry to hear of Mervyn's passing. My thoughts are with you and your family. ~ Ron Runolfson
So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all. ~ Barrie and Melanie peeke
So many great memories. I will surely miss Merv. ~ Jean Dube
So Sorry for your loss. I am a relative to Merv and was sorry to hear. My mom was Lillian McFarlane we lived next door to aunt jean back in the day ~ Sandy
Merv was a great friend for many years We farmed about two miles from his farm. I will always remember the night we spent drinking beer and went straight from the party to the thrashing crew. The old guys of 30 to 40 years old on the thrashing crew spent the day ribbing us for being so foolish. We all used a team of horses and wagon to load the sheaves on a hot dusty day in August. In those days all the farmers in the area worked together to do the thrashing and we moved from farm to farm until everyone was finished. Merv , we will be thinking about you on Jan 18 and God Bless You Gerry and Katherine Elaine Runolfson ~ Gerry Runolfson
To Diane,Amber,Leanne and families,please know our thoughts are with you at this very sad time Len & Gladys Kelln Semans Sask. ~ Len and Gladys Kelln
To Diane, Amber, Leanne, Tyler and families. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time. Len and Gladys Kelln Semans, SK ~ Len and Gladys
Diane and family, Our sincere sympathy in Merv’s passing. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Bob & Leslie Mann ~ Bob & Leslie Mann
Dianne, Amber, Leanne, Tyler and families I am sorry to hear of Merv's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Jocelyn ~ Jocelyn Jacobs (Murney)
Our deepest sympathies to you Leanne and your family on the loss of your father. ~ Ron and Karen Biggs
We can only smile when thinking of all the good times we had with Mervyn and his family over the years. We had many good times working on projects in the shop in the winter and would discuss the ups and downs of farming sometimes until late in the evening. Our family will miss him, as many will. ~ Larry and Cheryl Berkan, Kim Mack, Tara Ede and Kayla Monette