Merle A. Rhody (Dore)
One hour prior to service (Friday from 1-2 PM)
MacKenzie & McCreath Funeral Home, Ripley, ON

Cemetery:
Ripley Cemetery, Ripley, ON
In Memory of
Merle A. Rhody (Dore)
August 25th, 1932 - April 10th, 2015

Place of Death

Pinecrest Manor, Lucknow, Ontario

Obituary

Merle A. Rhody (Dore) beloved wife of Gerald Rhody, passed away in their 65th year of marriage, at Pinecrest Manor, Lucknow on Friday April 10, 2015 at age 82. Dear Mother of David (Marilee) Rhody of Quebec, Allan Rhody of RR#1 Holyrood, Wayne (Janet) Rhody of RR#3 Ripley and Marilyn Rhody-Brace of RR#1 Holyrood. Also greatly missed by 12 grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren, 2 great great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. She was the last surviving sibling of Wilda Thompson, Frank, Stuart, Cecil, Don and Claude Dore. A Celebration of Life will be held at the MacKenzie & McCreath Funeral Home, Ripley on Friday April 17, 2015 at 2 PM with visitation one hour prior.

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Message from Tim and Dainne Collyer2015-04-25 16:31:35
Thinking of You as you mourn the loss of your Mom. Sincere Sympathy
Message from Todd Thompson2015-04-21 09:39:37
Sad to hear of Merle's passing, I hope that my grandma is showing her around and getting her caught up on all the news. My condolences to the immediate families of Wayne, Allan, Marilyn and David.
Message from Anne (Harnack) McIsaac2015-04-17 10:35:53
Gerald and family: I'm sorry hear of Merle's death; may you remember the wonderful times your family has had. Gerald, several years ago you and Merle were so kind to help me with my genealogy research of the Rhody part of the Harnack family tree. Many years have been spent on my genealogy hobby but more recently I'm excited to have traced the Harnack family to their home village in Germany and to have found that a brother of our original pioneer Ernst Harnack remained in Germany. As always I'm happy to share any information with family members who are interested. Sincerely, Anne McIsaac 312 Martha St, Goderich 519 524-9478
Message from Anne Mackay2015-04-16 19:46:49
Dear Marilyn, Traverse and Mike: So sorry to hear of your mother's/grandmother's passing. I hope the knowledge that others are thinking about you can help you through this difficult time. May your happy memories with your mother be the ones you're remembering now, and into the future.
Message from Judy Kuratczyk 2015-04-16 11:04:55
I am very sorry to hear of your Mom's passing Marylin Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers . How wonderfully fortunate that your parents we able to live their love story for so many years . What beautiful memories you will all have .
Message from Jo-Anne Paterson2015-04-15 13:57:49
Thinking of you Marilyn. Although I didn't know your mom, the words spoken in these condolences by many who knew her speak volumes of the wonderful woman she was. Hold your memories of her in your heart and carry her with you forever. love and hugs, Jo-Anne
Message from Dr. Brad Murray2015-04-15 10:57:10
Dr. Brad Murray and the staff of the Lucknow Chiropractic & Wellness Centre are sorry to hear the loss of Merle. Please accept our sincere sympathies
Message from Nancy Macintyre2015-04-14 15:57:37
Sincere sympathy to Gerald and family Thinking of you during this time of sadness. Remember her great smile and keep all those precious memories close to your heart.
Message from Stephen Rhody2015-04-13 19:22:38
I was very sorry to hear about Aunt Merle's passing. She was very good to me when I came to stay at the farm when I was young; she always prepared hearty meals for the hard-working farm folk. I got a kick out of the messages she sent out by e-mail in her later years. They were always down to earth and very funny. My condolences go out to Uncle Jerry, David, Allan, Wayne, Marilyn and all the grandchildren and great grandchildren that make up that branch of the Rhody family. Special thanks to you, Michelle, for letting us know about Merle's passing so we could participate in her commemoration. You will be missed, Aunt Merle.
Message from Sharon & Dave Nelson2015-04-13 18:28:29
Our thoughts are with the whole family at this difficult time.
Message from sandra keith forster2015-04-13 16:45:50
So sorry to hear of the passing of Merle. She used to bowl with my dad Evan Keith. My sympathies to Wayne & Janet in the loss of your mom. She attended some of the Purple Grove Women's Institute meetings too. Caring thoughts to all the family, sandra
Message from Robert Joanne Burt 2015-04-13 07:05:25
Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of your mom.
Message from Margaret Thompson2015-04-12 10:27:45
So very sorry to hear the news of Merle. She will be missed. Thinking of all of you at this very sad time. Marg.
Message from Blair & Cathy Armstrong2015-04-12 09:45:21
Marilyn Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of your mom.
Message from Wayne and Joan Hartwick2015-04-12 08:45:02
Dear Gerald and family, So sorry to read of the passing of your beloved wife, mother and grandmother. Treasure the happy memories you have shared through the years, hold them close to your hearts always. Deepest sympathy, Wayne and Joan Hartwick
Message from Mark Ben and Stephen Rhody2015-04-11 23:02:49
So sorry to hear about Aunt Merle's passing. She was the salt of the earth. So many people have life thanks to her! She'll be missed.
Message from Rob & Donna Middelkamp ( Johnston ) 2015-04-11 21:51:38
Our Deepest Sympathy to Merle's Family . She was a very special and kind lady when you would meet her anywhere . Hugs to you all . RIP MERLE !!!!! xoxo xoxo
Message from Mark Becker2015-04-11 11:43:33
Gerald and Family Please accept my sincere condolences to you at this time.
Message from Bob and Sherri Humphrey2015-04-10 23:06:36
Thoughts and prayers to family.Merle was a very special Lady.She will be missed by so many.XO