Merren Ross Mair (nee McKillop) passed peacefully surrounded by loved ones October 5th, 2024. Born April 9th, 1938, and raised in Vancouver, she was predeceased by her beloved husband Robert (Bob); survived by her children Jane Goodeve (Carl Krumenacher), Sarah McLeod (John), Geoffrey Mair; grandchildren Robert, William, Ethan, Graham, Ellie, Annie and Georgia.
Merren treasured time spent outside, particularly gardens and gardening with her beautiful dogs (Brown, Tug, Holly & Sasha). Merren passed her amazing knowledge of gardening onto her grandchildren. Merren and Bob enjoyed many adventures around our wonderful province, as well as time spent at Whistler, Palm Desert, and trips abroad. She will be deeply missed.
Her family extends a special thank you for the loving care and kindness from Dr. Butcher and the nurses and staff at Royal Jubilee Hospital ER and 5 South, and the care of the staff at Amica Jubilee House in the year before her passing.
A private service will be held.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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12 Responses
Jane, Robert and Will,
What a beautiful life Merren lived and the joyful memories and legacy she left behind is certainly to be treasured by all of you.
She was always so kind and enthusiastic to me and it was just so wonderful to be in her positive and amiable presence. I am so grateful that you all shared her with me and that you carved out time to get together when she was down visiting. I will always have delightful memories of her and how she magically lit up to others with her love and sense of humor. Continued prayers for you all as you experience the transition and mourning ahead. Love and Blessings, Cathi and Family
I have many fond memories of Merren during shared family times at Whistler. She was kind, warm, and full of laughter. Condolences and best wishes.
Jane, Sarah and Jeff. We have many happy memories of Merren and Bob starting with our year together as newlyweds at Harvard. Then back in Vancouver with our babies. You three.
Merren had such a struggle but always cheerful with her great campus queen smile.
Heb and I send our condolences to you and your families. Shirley Hebenton
Dear Mair family.
We were so sad to hear of Meren’s passing but can reflect that we, together with Bob and Merren, have had many happy times together. Our deepest condolences, love Jean and Vic Allan
Jane and Sarah,
My heartfelt condolences to you on the passing of your mother. I remember her beautiful garden! What a feat to design and maintain such a large space! I feel lucky to have been gifted an alpine Clematis by her. I think of her every time it flowers!
Hugs,
Jen
Dear Jane Sarah and Geoffrey,
Your Mom was one of the best! She always had a joyous smile on her face. I have such fond memories of her putting around the garden with her cup of tea and dear brown lab in tow. I’m so glad to have known her.
My thoughts are with you all at this sad time.Love never ends.
Jane so sorry for your loss. She was such a sweet person. Sending our love and prayers.
Jane, I’m am so very sorry for the loss of your mother. I am certain that she was proud of the woman that you became.
I will miss you dear friend especially your kindness and delightful laughter as well as your many thoughtful and life-affirming insights.
Rest in peace Nan. She will be missed.