Obituary of Florman Merckx

MERCKX: Florman Merckx of Brandon, beloved husband of the late Polly, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 8th 2018 at the Valleyview Care Centre at the age of 93 years. Florman was born December 25th, 1924 in Fork River Manitoba, son of Emil and Hazel Merckx. The younger of two boys, he lived in Fork River with his family until they moved to the Deloraine area to be closer to their Belgium relations and farm. Eventually the family bought a farm and moved to Boissevain. In the fall of 1940, he met Polly at a school dance and within three years, they were married. They had three sons, who have predeceased him; two died in infancy. Florman and Polly moved to Brandon in 1965, however, they continued to farm in Boissevain until the mid- 1980's; eventually retiring in Brandon. Florman loved to travel and always up for a new adventure. He was active in the Knights of Columbus at St. Augustine's parish and volunteered his time and skill for any building projects large or small. He especially enjoyed spending time with his three grandchildren and great grandchildren. Florman was predeceased by his wife Polly, his son, Clarence, in 1980 and by his two infant sons. He will be lovingly remembered by his grandchildren: Lisa (Brian) of Brandon, MB; Dean (Sherrie) of Beresford, MB; Todd (Heather) of Boissevain, MB and by seven great grandchildren; one great-great grandson and one great-great granddaughter; three sisters in law: Sophie, Elaine, Dorothy and as well as by numerous nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Augustine's Roman Catholic Church, 327-4th Street, on Wednesday, March 21, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow in the Brandon Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Brandon Catholic School Board, 327-4th Street, Brandon, MB, R7A 3H1.