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Peter DeMerchant

1928-2019

Peter DeMerchant
Claude Ronald "Peter" DeMerchant of Tobique Narrows, NB, passed away at the Dr. Everett Chalmers Regional Hospital on August 19, 2019.

Peter was born in Tobique Narrows, NB, on May 3, 1928. He was the son of the late William and Elizabeth (Wallace) DeMerchant. Peter leaves behind his daughters, Carlene Underhill (Gregory) of Bath, NB, Karen Sullivan (Gaylen) of Four Falls, NB, Kathy Swazey (Darryl) of Four Falls, NB, Tammie Wright (Dana Jr.) of Kilburn, NB; ten grandchildren and five great grandchildren; his sister, Reta Jamer of Enfield, NS; his brother-in-law, Robert O'Regan (Lynda) of Woodstock, NB; along with many nieces and nephews.

Peter was predeceased by his parents; his wife, Marina DeMerchant (O'Regan); his sisters, Mary Liles and Marion DeMerchant; his brothers, Ralph, William, Gerald, Reid, Lloyd, Robert, Jack, and Keith DeMerchant.

Peter worked for NB Power for many years prior to his retirement. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge, the Shriners, the Perth-Andover Elks Club, and the Order of the Eastern Star.

Funeral service was held on Saturday, August 24, 2019 at 2 pm from St. James United Church in Perth-Andover, NB. Rev. Roy Dee officiated. Interment followed in Larlee Creek Cemetery.

Music for the service was by Barbara Moran, Lorie Tracey and piper Darlene Morton. The eulogy was given by Norman DeMerchant. Other remembrances were shared by Donnie Moran and Ron Gaunce. A poem was read by Jodi Meyer.

Honorary pallbearers were Donnie Moran, Ron Gaunce, Leslie Smith, Allie Sullivan, Burpee Wagner, and Robert O'Regan.

Pallbearers were Greg Underhill, Darryl Swazey, Gaylen Sullivan, Dana Wright Jr., Jamie Underhill, and Wade Swazey.

Arrangements were entrusted to Brunswick Funeral Home, Perth-Andover, NB.
Service Date
Saturday, August 24, 2019
Service Time
2 pm
Service Location
St. James United Church of Canada

Visitation
Friday
Visitation Time
2-4 and 7-9 pm
Visitation Location
Brunswick Funeral Home

Burial Location
Larlee Creek Cemetery

Requested Charity
Larlee Creek Cemetery or the Shriners