It is with heavy hearts that we announce Mervyn’s passing. Mervyn (Pops) passed away quietly in his sleep on the morning of April 20th, 2023.

Mervyn was born on August 14, 1939, in Antigua, to Norris and Vera Georges. He came to Canada in the late 60’s, where he attended Lakehead University in Thunder Bay, Ontario, and later moved to Toronto.

Mervyn was deeply devoted to discussing all things politics with whoever would listen, and always enjoyed a good prank. He was a lifelong learner and an advocate of academics and higher education. He proudly held a Bachelor of Arts (Lakehead), Bachelor of Education (UofT), Bachelor of Social Work (York), Master of Social Work (Carlton) and a Master of Education (UofT).

The years he spent as a Registered Social Worker, counsellor and teacher were special, as it gave him the opportunity to help students in need of guidance, advocacy, and mentorship. Mervyn was also a past president of the Antigua and Barbuda association of Toronto. That post gave him the opportunity to do what he did best, network, socialize, meet new (and old) friends, and make an impact for Antiguans and Barbudans across the diaspora.

Mervyn will be missed dearly by his family and friends. He's survived by his devoted wife Dorleen, son Roy, daughters Tajé (McIntosh) and Fatima (Gould) and grandchildren, Aldric, Dannelle, Makayla, Micah and Mateo, sisters Nadia (Georges), Marie (Yearwood), and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins in Canada, United States and Antigua.
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For those who cannot attend the memorial service, the service will be livestreamed. The link will be available at 9:45am before the service on Saturday May 20, 2023.