Arie “Harry” Merkestyn
September 10, 1946 - January 11, 2017
Passed away peacefully on January 11, 2017 at 70 years of age. Beloved husband of Katherine (nee Jackson) with whom he celebrated 45 years of marriage. Son of the late Peter and Anna Merkestyn. Dear father of Peter, Nathan, Aaron (Katie), Sarah (Mario Gaudet). Treasured Opa of Lily-Anna, Brooke, Zoey, Hailey, Abigail and Aurelius. Twin brother of Zweris (Faye). Brother-in-law of Pat, Margaret, Dan, Vicki Jackson and the late Chris Jackson. Son-in-law of Cameron and Suzanne Jackson. Also, survived by many nieces and nephews. Arie retired from Hiram Walker’s in Windsor after 35 years of dedicated service. Visitation will take place on Saturday beginning at 10 a.m. followed by the memorial service at 11:30 a.m. at the Kennedy Funeral Home Ltd. (519-776-7378) 128 Talbot St. N, Essex. Donations may be made to the Parkinson’s Foundation. You may send your condolences online at www.kennedyfh.com
Passed away peacefully on January 11, 2017 at 70 years of age. Beloved husband of Katherine (nee Jackson) with whom he celebrated 45 years of marriage. Son of the late Peter and Anna Merkestyn. Dear father of Peter, Nathan, Aaron (Katie), Sarah... View Obituary & Service Information