Merritt William Robert STEELE

STEELE, Merritt William Robert WWII Veteran South Alberta Regiment 1941 - 1946 Peacefully at the Ottawa General on Thursday May 22, 2008 at the age of 87. Predeceased by his wife Dorothy (nee McLean), his parents Joseph Amm Steele and Viola (nee Johnston). Survived by his daughter Sandi (Don Ford), son William (Suzanne) and brother Edward (Yvonne). Also survived by five grandchildren Heather (Jacques Savard), Brian Ford, Robert Steele, Bradley Steele and Darren Steele as well as two great-grandchildren Malcolm Salmon and Nathaniel Savard. Friends are invited to visit at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair and McGarry, 315 McLeod St. Ottawa on Monday, May 26 from 2-4 and from 7-9 and on Tuesday May 27 from 2-4 and 7-9. A funeral service will be held Wednesday, May 28th at 11:00 a.m. at Emmanuel United Church, 691 Smyth Road, Ottawa, Ontario. The family wishes to express their deep appreciation to the staff of Rideau 2 South at the Perley and Rideau Veterans' Centre for their excellent care and deep compassion during Merritt's 3 year stay. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Perley Rideau Foundation or charity of your choice.Published in the Ottawa Citizen from 5/24/2008 - 5/26/2008