ALEXANDER MERTICK 

Alexander J. Mertick passed away on Thursday January 17, 2008 at the Moose Jaw Union Hospital. Alex was born in Montreal, Que., on March 28, 1916 to a Romanian couple, Mike and Ravecca Mertick.  Such began Alex’s life highlighted by his marriage to Helen (Petrescue) and four children: Diane (Alby) Williams, Gerald (Elva), Clifford (Brigitte), and George (deceased in childhood).  Alex’s joy was extended to grandchildren: Jayda (Justin) Mercier, Diedre (Dom) Rubino, Jon, Thad, Jeff (Elsia), Kelly (Graham) Sluth, Alexis, and four great-grandchildren:  Skye, Summer, Valencia , and Abbey.  He was predeceased by Lily Iliana Colcerin, George, Grace (Petrisor), Annie (Petrisor), and John; he is survived by a sister Lorraine (Crane) and sister-in-law Hattie Mertick. Recently, Alex reflected on his “very good retirement” from the farm, Lake Diefenbaker saw many a fish taken, but what brought Dad more satisfaction than word puzzles and knitted coat hangers and even more love for the violin, was conversing about Jehovah and Paradise Earth.  Though educated little, he was a most intelligent and common sense person.  He taught his children to respect life including animal life.  He was humble hearted and would never turn away a neighbour or stranger in need.  He will be “missed”.  Special thanks to Dr. Brian Sanderson for his compassionate care over the years. The Service of Remembrance will be held at W.J.Jones & Son Chapel on Monday January 21, 2008 at 2:00 pm.  James Sikorski, minister of Jehovah Witnesses will officiate. Memorials to the Sask.Heart & Stroke Foundation, 2360 2nd Ave., Regina, S4R 1A6, or the Sask. Lung Association, 1231 8th St.E., Saskatoon, S7H 0S5, would be appreciated. In living memory of Alex, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W.J.Jones & Son Funeral Home.   

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Trish Kitchen & Family - Moose Jaw, SK Our sympathy's to the family at this sad time.. Alex will be missed and our thoughts and hearts are with you all now and always.  Love to you all. 

CHARISSE & JOEY LEE - Gretna (New Orleans): Dear Helen and Mertick Family- Our prayers are with you at this time. Joey & I really enjoyed visiting with Alex, listening to his wisdom and faith in Jehovah.  We look forward to our next visit in paradise in the near future.

Gordon & Lucille Anderson - Foam Lake, SK: Dear Helen Mertick and Family, so sorry to hear of Alex's passing.  We shall always remember the times with our Neighbors.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Linda Gibson - Toronto, ON: Dear Diane, I know how much you loved, admired and enjoyed your dad and how important he was in your life.  My thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family at this time.  Love, Linda   

Stan & Sherry Ursu - Kayville, SK:  To friends and family of Alex we send our deepest sympathy for your loss. Alex will always be fondly remembered - cherish the memories.

Karen Copp (Cojocar) - Kelowna, BC: I was so sorry to hear of Uncle Alex passing. My thoughts are with all of you. I well remember him playing the violin.. Karen

Caron Becker - St. Thomas, ON: We would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the family of Alex Mertick.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you.  Caron Becker, Hattie Mertick, Garry Mertick and families.  Sorry we couldn't be there with you.

George & Julia (Joyce) Petrescue - Regina, SK: Dear Sister Helen and family, my deepest sympathy for the loss of Alex.  May he rest in peace.

Jeff & Suzanna  Nostadt & Family - Regina, SK: Dear Aunt Helen, Diane, Gerry, and Clifford and their  families. Our deepest condolences for the passing of Uncle  Alex. He has been and inspiration and an integral part of my life (Suzanna (Petrescue) Nostadt) and our family. Even though he is no longer with us, he will never been forgotten.  Our hearts go out to all of you during this difficult time.    

Lorraine, Ron, Nelson Crane - Ingersoll, ON: Lorraine morns the loss of her last brother.  If her and Alex's mutual hopes are realized, they will meet again.

Jan Day - Avonlea, SK: Comments: Diane and Alby - sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. 

Elaine and Bill Andrew and family - St. Thomas, ON: We are sorry for your loss.  We look forward to the time when we will see Uncle again.  Please be assured of our warm thoughts and prayers

Leann G Cote - Swift Current, Sask.: With deepest sympathy, sending my condolences to Helen and the family at this time of sorrow.  I will miss our Medigas visits.  Thoughts and prayers are with you! Leann Cote (Medigas)

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