Peacefully at his home on Friday, December 5, 2025. Fergie Mels, of Burford, in his 88th year. Beloved Husband of Betty (nee O’Brien) for 43 years. Loving Dad of Anita (Dave) Bolt, Michele (Dave), Ray (Jody), Tony (Gillian) Southwell, and Jeanette Southwell. Proud Grandpa of Joe, Chris, Nick, Dylan, Kyle, Amber-Rae, Curtis, Nathan, David and numerous great-grandchildren. Also survived by his brother Maurice (Peggy) Mels, sisters Violet (Ray) Bozek and Virginia (the late Bill) Born and sister-in-law Shirley Mels. Predeceased by his sons; Leo (2019) and Lee (2019) and brother Louie (2023). Fergie will be sadly missed by his beloved furry-friend Archie and his family and friends.
A private family graveside service will be held through the Keith Ovington Funeral Home, 134 King Street, Burford. As expressions of sympathy, donations in Fergie’s memory may be made directly to the Stedman Hospice Outreach Program. Keith Ovington 519-449-1112 www.keithovington.ca
