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Merelda Catherine Lantz, of Neustadt, passed away peacefully at SBGHC-Walkerton, Brockton on Monday, June 1, 2026. She was 82.
Born on August 4, 1943 in Clifford to the late Milton and Emelia (nee Wettlaufer) Fisher. Merelda was a Teacher with the Minto Clifford School Board in the Library as well as teaching Physical Education. She had a love for sports and was a great coach, often leading the various teams to victories. Merelda had a love for her gardens, and could spent hours weeding, trimming and caring for her roses, lillies and tulips.
Survived by devoted husband of over 60 years, Larry Lantz of Neustadt. Loved mother of Kathy (Robert) Wilson and Lorrie (Peter) Fry. Special grandmother of Kaitlyn (Benton) Weber, Jennifer (Darcy) Brubacher, Sandra (Hayden) Burnell, Logan, Landon and Kylie Fry. Her great grandchildren brought much joy to her and she will be missed by Alethea, Kinsley, Langston and baby Henry (who will make his arrival on the 9th of June). Remembered by her brother Harold Fisher as well as her sisters in law Evelyn Fisher, Wilma Fisher, Ima Fisher, Betty Fisher and Shirley Fisher, nieces, nephews and their families as well as the entire Lantz extended Family. Predeceased by her parents and her brothers Lloyd, Ivan (Hilda), Carl and Aaron and her sister Mildred (Lloyd) Koch.
Family and friends are invited to Neustadt Community Centre on Saturday, June 6, 2026 from 10-11:30 where a Memorial Service will commence at 11:45am. Cremation has taken place. A private family inurnment of her ashes will be held at a later date in St. James Cemetery Lauderbach. For those unable to attend, please join us via livestream at https://youtube.com/live/Ob8X6fcacPk
Memorial donations to the Saugeen Hospice or to the Humane Society would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy. Arrangements entrusted to the care of Mighton Funeral Home, Hanover. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.mightonfuneralhome.ca
Our sincere condolences to the family of Merelda. Our thoughts are with you all at this time
- Dave and Lynette SidleDear Larry and family,
Our thoughts are with you as you journey through this most difficult time.
Harry and Ruth
Sorry for the loss of Merelda, Larry, Cathy, Lori, and families. She always was a happy helpful friend, in
Our lives, we had a great connection with your wife,
Mother. Plus Great neighbor.
Peter & Jayne Schiestel
I had the pleasure to be a teaching colleague of Merelda for many years at Minto-Clifford. I remember her for her kindness, her energy, her joyful spirit, and her friendship. She was loved and respected by staff and students alike. To her family, I offer my most sincere condolences. Merelda certainly lived her life well!
- Jim ZaryskiWe are so sorry to lose a good neighbour and a fine friend in Merelda. It is hard to imagine we won't see her working with her dear husband Larry in the garden or sitting on the porch with him enjoying a cool breeze. We will miss Merelda's wonderful sense of humour, her common sense outlook on life, and her kindness towards us.
Our sincere condolences go to Larry, Kathy, Lorrie and their families.
Larry I was sorry to hear of the passing of your wife I hope she didn't suffer I wish you all the best sincerely Lorna
- Lorna FergusonKathy & family, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Larry, Kathy and Lorrie
Terry and I send our deepest condolences. I had the pleasure of sharing space with Merelda at Minto-Clifford for many years. Hold tight to your memories of this wonderful lady. Sharing your sadness. She will be missed.
Joanne Chambers
Larry and family, my heart aches for the loss of your beloved Merelda. For the past 11 years, I've had the privilege of living next door and Merelda was always the sweetest and kindest person imaginable. My enduring image of her will be her annual weeding under the big spruce tree. She would be working away so quietly we wouldn't notice until suddenly we realized she was there hidden under the branches pulling out weeds. Rest easy, dear lady.
- Roger CookTo Merelda's family we send our sincere condolences and sympathies. May all the good memories shared be a great support at this sad time. God's blessings and peace to you all.
Grace & Bruce
My thoughts are with Larry, Kathy and Lorrie and members of their families.
I am filled with great memories of the opening years in Minto Clifford School. As the gym teacher in a new school with children from many, many one room schools, she built the program literally from nothing…. lots of the supplies didn't arrive when we did! I'm sure your hearts are filled with precious memories of this special lady, too. Hold them tight.
So sorry and my condolences to Larry and family.
My memories of Merelda are fond and joyous. We shared many interests and had fun times together.
I have a commitment in Toronto on Saturday so I cannot attend the funeral. But my thoughts will be with you all.
So sorry to hear of your Mother's passing, Lorrie. We are thinking of you and your sister and your families as well as your Dad, Larry. We send our sincere sympathy.
Al & Lorraine
My thoughts and prayers to you all. Mrs Lantz was school librarian when I attended Minto Clifford in Grades 7 and 8, in the early 70's. Always remember her fondly, as a kind teacher with a great sense of humour. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Our condolences are sent with huge hugs for your entire family especially my sister in law Lorrie. Your mother was a sweet lady.
Rod fondly remembers the years she was librarian at Minto - Clifford.
The best of Merelda lives on in her daughters and their children ♥️.
Larry …. hold your memories close as she will always be near.
Marlene & Rod Demerling
I wish to express my sincere condolences to the family of Merelda Lantz. Her family shall be in my thoughts and prayers, and I hope they can find comfort where possible in the times ahead.
- Brent Wiancko
