Mervin Adam PREDIGER
It is with heavy hearts and deep love that the family of Mervin Prediger announces his passing on June 16, 2026 at the age of 86.
Remaining to treasure his memory are his wife, children, and grandchildren, as well as many other relatives and friends.
Dad stood head and shoulders above most of the people we knew growing up, so we could always spot him in a crowd. His faith and strength made him someone people could depend on. He was a gentle giant, an avid reader, one who loved to sing and dance, to curl and golf, to play canasta or “crock of hooey” (cribbage), to throw his grandkids into soft piles of leaves or play “anti-i-over.” He lived a life of kindness, generosity, and service to others, loved his family and friends, and is deeply, deeply missed. We know, without a doubt, that he is with his God now.
Merv’s Celebration of Life was held at Resurrection Catholic Church on Friday, June 26, 2026.
Donations in honour of Merv may be made to Bladder Cancer Canada or a charity of your choice.
I am so very sorry to hear of Merv’s passing. He sang at our wedding almost 30 years ago with his beautiful voice. He was such a very kind man….. my condolences to all of you.
Thoughts and prayers are with you all and grateful for a life that was truly well lived and loved❤️🙏🏼
A lovely tribute to a man I wish I could have known better. May God bless you all in your grief. And may Merv rest in peace and rise in glory.
To Hildegarde,
I send my most sincere condolences at the loss of your beloved husband Mervin.
Over the past 18 months, I have become entrenched in the life of your eldest daughter Maria and a huge supporter of all the ways that you and your husband have nurtured your daughters to be successful contributors to their communities.
I know how huge a hole that Mervin’s absence now makes within the fabric of your whole family. I hope in time that the pain of his loss transforms to cherished memories of all you shared with him as a couple, as parents and grandparents too.
To Maria, Lynnell and Jeanine… hold your mother and each other tight… and keep precious the experiences and lessons fostered in the time you spent with your father.
The end times often sting so holding on to the things that have bound you together are all the more important… and cherishing those good times will honour your father eternally!
I wish each of you the comfort of Mervin’s presence and his ongoing sense of love for each of you.
God’s Embrace & Big Hugs,
Mike Campbell
My deepest condolences to the Prediger family and friends. I never met Mervin but I can say he made the world a better place because he raised one the best persons I have ever met, his daughter Maria.
Merv was a passionate follower of Jesus. He served selflessly in the Cursillo movement for many years, bringing others to a closer relationship with Jesus. He truly understood that love of God and love of others were the keys to a fulfilling life. Despite the sadness we feel in losing Merv, we can all rest assured that he is singing in the Lord’s choir now.
Uncle Merv was an incredible person and an even better God father. Plus a die hard Oiler fan and always great talking hockey with him. Love you!!
“Eye has not seen, ear has not heard the wonders our God has in store for us” Now Merv is seeing and hearing all the wonders God has stored for him. A wonderful person, generous in every way. Truly a righteous man.
My heartfelt sympathy Hildegard and family , I’ve I only known you and Merv a short time but you made me feel welcome in the parish and for that I’ll always remember with gratitude and love.
To be hugged by Uncle Merv was to be enveloped in a warm cloud of love. I, along with so many others, will miss those hugs. Auntie Hildegarde, Maria and Lee, Lynnell, Jeanine, Christina and Landon, Suzanna and Jay – may you feel God’s love surrounding you, and know that there was a huge committee waiting to welcome a most precious man home. Love you all.
Cheryl
So sorry for your loss, Hildegarde & family….. Merv was a wonderful cousin, loved his voice…! love and hugs from cousin Valerie Prediger (Pete’s daughter)
HANS KLEIBER I am so very sad to hear of the passing of your father and my good friend Merv. Merv was a wonderful man and a long time customer of mine for over 40 years. We went through a lot of vehicles during that time. I cherish the conversations we would have while he was waiting for his car to be serviced. My condolences go out to your family.
Stan and family would like to wish the Prediger family our deepest condolences for the loss of your dear friend and lead family member. For us Merv was bigger than life. Like family and friends no longer in our midst, Merv in spirit, is very much alive. His sincerity, true love, humor, honesty, integrity and desire to fight the good fight with conviction, set him apart. Eye contact and a facial expression elicited a multitude of words. Merv appeared to understand and for that he continues to provide comfort.
Mr Prediger was such a kind soul. I will miss seeing him. My condolences to you all Lynnell, Maria, Janine and Mrs. Prediger. I hope you find solace in fact that perpetual light is shining on him.
How lucky we were to have an Uncle like Uncle Merv in our lives! To be included in many fun times like sing songs, Christmas, a simple walk to the river valley….rolling down hills and playing in the park and getting ice cream afterwards! Of course, Bones games rates up there too, high on the list of memories. My personal favorite memory though, was when we went skating one evening at Victoria Park. Not being a very strong skater myself, I will never forget when Uncle Merv took my hand in his, wrapped his other arm around me and off we went! I don’t think my feet touched the ice..I felt like I was flying! And I felt so safe in his arms, knowing he would never let me fall.
I am thankful for all of the memories and so blessed that he was my Uncle. Rest in Peace and I know that you are reunited with all those loved ones that have gone before in heaven now. Love you Uncle.
I join in the sadness of the Prediger family at the passing of Merv and pray that his light and goodness be reflected in our lives for many years to come. I will miss the jokes and stories he sent periodically by email. May Creator comfort you all!!
A true gentleman. So kind and polite. I got to know him well on the committee organizing an all-families Prediger reunion. Good memories. My condolences to the family
I have known Merv for 27 years through The Cursillo movement. He lived his life through the Gospel and he influenced me through his faithful actions and I will never forget this truly wonderful soul. He will be missed so much. My thoughts and prayers for Hildegarde and family through this difficult time of grief
To the Prediger family – Hildegard, Maria, Lynnell, Jeanine and family members.
Words cannot express how truly sad I am for your family. Your loss is enormous and I pray that you may find peace in the many memories you have of your husband, father and grandfather. I didn’t know Merv well but always felt so much joy being around him. He will be missed by many.
Hugs to all.
Barb Magel
We always enjoyed speaking with Uncle Merv at the Stang get-togethers. Such a fine person! We send our condolences to Aunt Hildegarde and family.