Michael was born on December 15, 1964 to Mariena (Millie) Chartrand and Raymond Arthur Merlin (deceased).
Michael had a mischievous sense of humour, a love affair with life and a happy go lucky attitude. He was personable, loved to travel and was known for his skills as an iron worker.
He will be missed by his mother, Mariena, his step-father, Jesse MacDonald, sisters Miranda Merlin, Ramona McDonald (Glenn), brothers Raymond Merlin, Nelson Merlin, many family, and friends.
Service will be held at Glenhaven Memorial Chapel, 1835 East Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC on October 3, 2017 at 3:00 pm.