Peacefully with his daughter by his side on August 11, 2021 at Peterborough Hospital in his 95th year. Beloved husband of the late Bonnie. Loving Dad of Pat and her husband Nic Tymchuk. Loved Grandpa of Kelly (Adam) Frendo-Cumbo. Cherished Great Grandfather of Hailee and Logan. Will be lovingly remembered by his special friend Edna Rowden and a heartfelt Thank You to her children. Predeceased by his parents Reginald and Viola Luke. Merle will be sadly missed by his many friends and his BELL bunch. The family extends their sincere thanks and appreciation to the staff at Peterborough Memorial Hospital 5A, who went above and beyond. Visitation will be held at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) on Thursday, August 19th, 4:00 – 8:00 p.m.