Stuart M. DeMerchant

Stuart Melvin DeMerchant of Perth-Andover, NB, passed away peacefully at his home on August 12, 2019.

Stuart was born in South Tilley, NB, on September 17, 1921. He was the son of the late Perry and Priscilla (Downey) DeMerchant. Stuart leaves behind his wife of almost 76 years, Roberta DeMerchant (Campbell); his daughters, Lois Buckingham (Laurel) of Moncton, NB, Barbara Lockhart (Eugene) of Woodstock, NB, Judith Dixon (Nathan) of Carlingford, NB; his son, Donald DeMerchant (Jayne) of Rothesay, NB; 12 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Stuart was predeceased by his parents; his daughters, Patricia Milbury and Cheryl Estey; his sister, Marguerite Johnston; his brothers, George, Bernard, Jack, Leo, and Stephen DeMerchant.

Funeral service was held on Wednesday, August 14, 2019 at 2 pm from the Perth-Andover Wesleyan Church. Rev. Dale Riley officiated, assisted by Rev. Reg Thomas. Interment followed in Larlee Creek Cemetery.

Music for the service was by Rev. David and Roma Ferrell. The eulogy was given by Stuart's grandson, Calvin Milbury.

Pallbearers were Benjamin DeMerchant, Zachary DeMerchant, Ward Dixon, Calvin Millbury, Mark DeMerchant, and Charles Stewart

Arrangements were entrusted to Brunswick Funeral Home, Perth-Andover, NB.