Merritt Funeral Home

12/24/2025

🎄 Merry Christmas from Merritt Funeral Home 🎄

As we celebrate the Christmas season, we are reminded of the importance of family, reflection, and hope.
We recognize that this time of year can bring a mix of joy and remembrance, and our thoughts are especially with those who are missing loved ones.

From all of us at Merritt Funeral Home, we wish you peace, comfort, and warmth this Christmas. May the season bring gentle moments of remembrance and the promise of light in the days ahead.

12/18/2025

✨ Exciting Updates at Merritt Funeral Home ✨

We’re happy to share that Phase One of our renovation is officially underway!
This first stage focuses on opening up the funeral home to create more space and refreshing our coffee area to better serve the families who walk through our doors.

We’re thrilled to begin sharing progress as this project moves forward and look forward to welcoming you into an even more comfortable and inviting space.

A big thank you to Ashwoods Contracting Ltd. for helping bring this vision to life. More updates coming in the new year!

— Merritt Funeral Home

12/02/2025

Did anyone lose a glove or a child’s boot? 🧤👢

We found a single glove and a small child’s boot in our parking lot during the parade and would love to reunite them with their owner.

If you think they might be yours, please send us a message or stop by Merritt Funeral Home during office hours!

11/28/2025

🚗🎄 West Lincoln Santa Claus Parade Parking – Everyone Welcome! 🎄🚗

We’re happy to offer parking in our lot for anyone attending the parade Saturday!

Feel free to park your vehicle, enjoy the festivities, and celebrate safely with family and friends.

Wishing everyone a wonderful time at the parade!
— Drew, Jess and Henry

11/11/2025

🇨🇦 Today, we pause to honour the courage, sacrifice, and unwavering spirit of those who served our country—past and present.
Their dedication has preserved the freedoms we cherish today.

At the 11th hour, on the 11th day, of the 11th month…
We will remember them.
Lest we forget.

11/04/2025

Drew was back at Humber College last week, representing Merritt Funeral Home and the Ontario Funeral Service Association!
He’s helping welcome the newest class of funeral service students as they begin their path toward a rewarding career in funeral service.
Best of luck to all the new students — the future of our profession is in great hands. 🌿

10/13/2025

🍂 Happy Thanksgiving from Merritt Funeral Home 🍁

This Thanksgiving, we pause to reflect on all that we’re grateful for — the families who place their trust in us, the colleagues who support one another with care and compassion, and the wonderful community that continues to surround us with kindness.

May your day be filled with moments of gratitude, good food, and the company of loved ones — near or far.

From all of us at Merritt Funeral Home, we wish you a peaceful and heartwarming Thanksgiving.

10/06/2025

🏁 Congratulations, Kendall! 🏁
The team at Merritt Funeral Home would like to congratulate Kendall Leighton Racing on another incredible racing season! Your hard work, determination, and love for the sport continue to inspire everyone who cheers you on. We’re proud to support you and can’t wait to see what next season brings.

Keep chasing the checkered flag! 🏆🚗💨

Last night was the final points night at Route 1 Raceway. Finished 2nd in the feature and ended the season 2nd place in points. Thank you to all our of sponsors for the support this season

Merritt Funeral Home
Cayden Lapcevich
Joe Dirts Garden & Stone Depot
DJD Graphics

10/02/2025

🌟 Thank You! 🌟

Merritt Funeral Home would like to thank everyone who joined us at the Seniors Active Living and Information Fair last week. It was wonderful connecting with so many members of our community and sharing resources to support seniors and their families.

A special thank you to the Age-Friendly Committee for hosting us and for their dedication to creating a strong, supportive community for seniors in West Lincoln. We are grateful for the opportunity to be part of such a meaningful event!

09/29/2025

🍂 Fall is in the air at Merritt Funeral Home! Jess, Henry and I have started decorating the funeral home for the season. A big thank you to Fifteen Mile Farm for helping us find some amazing autumn decorations. 🌾🍁

09/22/2025

Don’t miss your chance to learn how to protect your family and avoid costly probate. Join us for our special seminar and get the peace of mind you deserve!

📜 Planning Ahead: Avoiding Probate & Estate Peace of Mind 📜

Merritt Funeral Home is proud to share that our own Drew Gauthier, Class One Licensed Funeral Director and Ontario Funeral Services Association Board Member, will be part of an expert panel at the West Lincoln Seniors’ Active Living and Information Fair on Friday, September 26.

This panel will highlight some of the most important steps families can take to protect their legacy and provide peace of mind:
✅ How to avoid probate and reduce stress for loved ones
✅ Key steps in estate and legacy planning
✅ What information executors need to have ready
✅ How future care and arrangements can be planned in advance

Joining Drew on the panel:
👩‍⚖️ Christina Cottone, JD – Lawyer specializing in wills and estate planning
📊 Noah Pontello, CPA, MAcc – Chartered Professional Accountant on tax implications at end-of-life

📍 West Lincoln Community Centre
🗓 Friday, September 26
⏰ 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

09/19/2025

Merritt Funeral Home is pleased to welcome our new co-op student, Matt McBlain — Tom’s grandson! 👋

Matt will be learning the day-to-day of serving families with care and professionalism, from assisting our team to supporting services and community events.

If you see Matt around the funeral home, please say hello!