Merleen Elizabeth Rafters Obituary
The passing of Merleen Elizabeth Rafters (Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta) occurred on July 1, 2026. Merleen, born on July 12, 1943, is remembered by those who knew her. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her husband David Rafters; her grandson Sam Hodgins; her sisters, Caroline Martin and Shirley Martin; and her parents, Archibald Mcaulay and Ida German-Mcaulay.
She is survived by: her children, Lee Hodgins and Arthur Hodgins (Karla McKee); her stepchildren, Sandra Rafters-Taylor (Shane Taylor) and Nick Rafters (Suzanne Rafters); her grandchildren, Jaden Hodgins and Ben Hodgins; her stepgrandchildren, Olivia, Shane, Madeline Taylor, Tyahna, Kai, Josiah Maliyah and Kamea Rafters; and her siblings, Archie Mcaulay and Marjorie Graham. She is also survived by numerous cousins, relatives and friends.
Memorial Donations may be made in Merleen's name to Stars Air Ambulance, Floor 2-1519 35 Avenue E, Edmonton International Airport, AB T9E 0V6. 780-890-3131 http://www.stars.ca.
