Merton Arnold Burgess Obituary

We are sad to announce that, on February 6, 2026 we had to say goodbye to Merton Arnold Burgess (Shelburne, Nova Scotia). You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

Though Merton has departed this earthly realm, his legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May his spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.

He was predeceased by: his mother Carol Burgess. He is survived by: his son Ian Ross William Burgess; his former wife Elena Galloway; his father William Burgess; his siblings, Ensley Burgess (Lil), Denise Burgess and Hilda Saulnier; and his friend Beverly Muise.

Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the CNIB.