May 29, 1945 – November 2, 2025 

With profound sadness, the family announces the passing of our pillar, Prem Singh Momrath — a devoted son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend. 

Prem Singh passed away peacefully on November 2, 2025, at the age of 80, as he awaited his daily tea with his beloved wife of 64 years. 

Born in Sargodha, Pakistan, in 1945, Prem Singh grew up surrounded by family and developed a lifelong connection to his roots. One of six siblings — two sisters and three brothers — he found his greatest joy in helping others and spending time with those he loved. 

In 1970, Prem Singh immigrated to Canada with his best friend, arriving in Vancouver, B.C., where he took on various jobs to build a new life. He worked tirelessly — delivering newspapers, shoveling snow, and taking on any work that came his way — always with pride and determination. After a brief period working at a sawmill in Clearwater, B.C., Prem Singh came to Merritt, B.C. to visit family friends — but he never left. He quickly formed lasting connections within the community and soon secured employment at Aspen Planers, where he remained for the rest of his career. Prem began as a general labourer and later discovered his passion as a saw filer. Through hard work and perseverance, he built a strong foundation for his family, reflecting his unwavering commitment to honesty, humility, and dedication. 

He was blessed with a loving wife, Piar Kaur, his children Surinder (Varinder), Jesse (Kelly), and Rajdeep (Jasprit), and his grandchildren Bundeep (Rumman), Pavan, Gurvir, Liam, Ethan, Arjun, and Rohnik, who were the pride and joy of his life. 

Prem Singh was predeceased by his father Mehar Singh (India), mother Darupti Kaur (India), brother Tarsem Singh (U.K.), and sister Sheila Kaur (India). 

His life was devoted to supporting and uplifting his family in every way possible, including helping numerous relatives immigrate to and settle in Canada — a legacy for which we are endlessly grateful. 

He cared deeply for everyone around him and truly possessed a heart of gold. 

He will be dearly missed by his beloved wife, children, grandchildren, extended family, and friends. 

A Sikh funeral service was held on Saturday, November 8, 2025, followed by the Antim Ardas (prayer service) and Guru Ka Langar at the Merritt Sikh Temple. 

The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to the care providers at the Nicola Valley Medical Centre and the Nicola Valley Hospital & Health Centre for their compassion and support. 

May his soul rest in eternal peace, and may his memory continue to inspire compassion, strength, and love in all who carry him in their hearts. We find solace in the teaching of Guru Nanak Dev Ji and the eternal wisdom of the Guru Granth Sahib. 

You may offer a message of condolence at Merritt Funeral Chapel for the Momrath family.

• Date : 2025-11-02
• Location : Merritt