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Jan 29, 1927 - Mar 2, 2018
It is with great sadness that the family of Gilda Merlo (nee Caputo) announces that she passed away on March 2nd, 2018 at Columbia View Lodge with her family at her side.

Gilda was born in Trail, BC on January 29, 1927 reaching the age of 91 years. She was a member of the Sisters of Colombo Lodge and loved baking for her many nieces and nephews whom she adored.

She was predeceased by her loving husband Angelo (Cici), her parents Sam and Angeline; brothers Ritchie, Freddy and Noel and her sister-in-law Merica.

Gilda is survived by her sister Lovina Phelan, her brother Mickey and her many nieces and nephews.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Holy Trinity Catholic Parish on Thursday, March 8th, 2018 at 10:30 am with Father Francis dela Cruz, Celebrant. Bill Clark of Alternatives Funeral and Cremation Services has been entrusted with arrangements.

As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to St. Michael's Catholic School at 1329 4th Ave, Trail, BC, V1R 1S3.

You are invited to leave a personal message of condolence at the family's online register at www.myalternatives.ca.
 Alternatives Funeral and Cremation Services



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