October 1, 1935 – February 14, 2026 

Merle Francis Heathcote Boyes died peacefully on February 14, 2026, at the age of 90. He was born to Harry and Adelaide Boyes on October 1, 1935, in Meaford, Ontario, and grew up on their family farm with his older brothers and sister. He met the love of his life, Sharon, while both were working in a Vancouver office. They married in 1963, raised four children together, and were deeply involved with their church fellowship. Merle started his own washing machine and dryer repair and rental business in Vancouver, which ran successfully until his retirement. 

In 2000, Merle and Sharon moved to Merrit to make a new home and found much joy participating in the local community fair and growing dahlias in their beautiful garden every summer. Merle will be remembered for his friendly disposition, ability to fix most anything, and fondness for playing cards and dominoes. Merle is survived by his children (Virginia Will, Jeannette Orr, David Boyes, and Nathan Boyes), grandchildren (Jessica Darling, Danielle Goveia, Aaron Boyes, Matthew Orr, Kaitlynn Boyes, and Austin Boyes), and great-grandchildren (Nora Goveia and a soon-due great-grandson). 

The family would like to express the deepest gratitude to Gordon and Joanne Swan, Verna Rose, and Joanne and Bernard Larocque for their support, endless generosity, and true friendship. 

You may offer a message of condolence at Schoening Funeral Service for the Boyes family.

• Date : 2026-02-14
• Location : Merritt