McParland, Gertrude (nee Merkley) Peacefully at Lanark Lodge, Perth, on Tuesday, February 10th, 2015 Gertrude Martina (Merkley) passed away at the age of 92. Beloved wife of the late John P. McParland. Dearly loved mother of Bev (Jim McDermott), Connie (late John Frye), Shirley (Joseph Tuzzi), Sheila (Reg van Drecht), Sharon (Norm Stephenson), Colleen (Jim Tripp), Stephen (Maureen) and Michael (Lori). Proud Grandmother of Thomas, Laura, Leighton, Leif, Reid, Leigh, Patrick, Wilson, Harris, Fraser, Cameron, Megan, Daniel, Amanda, Scott and Great Grandmother of Lincoln Sickler. Gertrude is survived by her sister Mary Charbonneau of Calabogie, and was pre-decreased by her brothers Thomas, Bill, Francis, Bernard, James and Robert and sisters Peggy and Ellen Mary. Gertrude was a life time member of the St Bridget's CWL for over 60 years. Friends may pay their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St. W. Perth on Sunday, February 15th, 2015 from 12 noon until 4:00 P.M. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Bridget’s Church, Stanleyville on Monday at 11:00 A.M. Interment, St. Bridget’s Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family will gratefully acknowledge donations to St Bridget's Church, Legion Poppy Fund or Lanark Lodge Memorial Fund. The family wishes to thank the staff of Lanark Lodge for their wonderful care.