John Andrew Merkel Obituary
The world bids farewell to John Andrew Merkel (Waterloo, Ontario), departing on March 22, 2026. John Andrew leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of John Andrew Merkel to show support.
As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let his loved ones carry forward the torch of his memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of his love and the brilliance of his spirit. Though John Andrew may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, his essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the darkness, a beacon of hope in the night.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Joan Merkel and Douglas Merkel. He is survived by: his siblings, Joanne Soehner, Douglas Jr. Merkel (Anita), Cathy Saldana (Ricardo), Rick Merkel (Beth) and Rose Butterworth (Jim).
In lieu of flowers, condolences for the family or donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation may be arranged through the Erb & Good Funeral Home, 171 King St. S., Waterloo at 519-745-8445 or at http://www.erbgood.com..
