Rhonda Marie Warecki
June 14, 1967 - November 19, 2025
At Victoria Hospital on November 19, 2025, after a twelve-month battle with Neuroendocrine Cancer. Beloved daughter of Don and Linda (Morgan) Merritt of Kincardine; dear sister of Robin (Ron) Van Moorsel, Theresa Merritt (Peter), and Tanya Merritt (Nick). Cherished wife of George; adored mother of Natalie Nurse (Jake), and loved stepmother of Jessica Cadick (Simon). Precious niece of Jane and Allan Bowers, and Betty Jeanne Catto. Dear sister-in-law of Grant (Vera), John (Patricia), and Susan. Predeceased by grandparents Charlie and Margaret Merritt, and Bessie and Frank Morgan, uncles Fred (Gail), Billy and Tommy Morgan and Ron Catto, and father-in-law and mother-in-law Joe and Irene Warecki. Survived by many nephews, nieces, cousins, and friends, especially Leslie Nuttall (Doug). Rhonda will be missed by many co-workers and parents of former pupils, and numerous teammates from soccer and pickleball.
Born in Kincardine, Rhonda grew up in Kitchener, Ingersoll, and Oakville where she attended high school. After obtaining her diploma in Early Childhood Education at Sheridan College, she completed a BA at York University. Rhonda loved working with young children. After rejoining her family in London, she had a long career in childcare, providing professional and fun-filled learning at several centres, most recently Sir Arthur Currie Public School.
Visitation will take place on Monday, November 24, 2025, from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Westview Funeral Home and Cremation Centre, 709 Wonderland Road North, London, ON. Funeral Service will he conducted at Westview Funeral Home on Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. with visitation one hour prior to the service. Interment to follow the service at Woodland Cemetery, London.
Donations may be directed to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Verspeeten Family Cancer Centre at Victoria Hospital.
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I worked with Rhonda at Sir Arthur Currie. She was an amazing person and the world is a little less brighter without her in it. Sending my condolences to her family and all who loved her. Rest easy Rhonda.
We were so shocked and sad to hear of Rhonda's death. This must have been an incredibly challenging year for all of you. It is difficult to find words that would bring comfort at such times, but we wanted you to know that you are in our thoughts. We wish you the strength and courage you will need to deal with the big hole in your family and your hearts, and to find a way to move forward. With love, Brenda and Bryce
I am so sorry to hear of Rhonda’s passing. I had such admiration for her as a colleague at Sir Arthur Currie. Her students were very fortunate to have her in their lives. My thoughts and prayers are with you all in this difficult time.
A donation has been made to Verspeeten Family Cancer Centre. Message from the donator: Rhonda will be missed dearly 💙 My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time
I am so very sorry for your loss. Rhonda was a kind and caring educator and I am privileged to have had the opportunity to work with her. She will be greatly missed by our Currie Crew.
Rhonda was an amazing educator! I will always remember and admire her as a colleague at Sir Arthur Currie and think about her when supporting ECE’s in my current and future buildings as she was such an inspiring educator! My deepest condolences to Rhonda’s family.
Our deepest condolences to the Family She will be greatly missed by all that she touched and loved The Hartney Family
We are so sorry to hear of Rhonda's passing. Deepest Sympathy to the Warecki families.
Very sorry to hear this very sad news. Condolences to your extended family
We are heartbroken for you, and the world, for the loss of this amazing person. She gave so much to everyone she knew in her quiet, kind way, with a smile that made you smile just seeing it. Our hearts, thoughts and prayers are with her family and we hope that you feel some peace in knowing that we are all better for knowing her and having the privilege of being her friend. Rhonda, Gary and Lesley
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Sending lots of love to everyone. You have made many wonderful family memories that we know you will continue to hold close to your hearts. May Rhonda rest in peace free from her pain. 💕
Services for Rhonda Marie Warecki
Visitation will be held at:
Westview Funeral Home & Cremation Centre
709 Wonderland Road North,
London, Ontario
November 24, 2025 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Visitation will be held at:
Westview Funeral Home & Cremation Centre
709 Wonderland Road North,
London, Ontario
November 25, 2025 9:00 am to 10:00 am
Funeral Service will be held at:
Westview Funeral Home & Cremation Centre
709 Wonderland Road North,
London, Ontario
November 25, 2025 10:00 am
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It was an honour to meet and support this loving family. Rhonda had a sparkle and warmth every time I met with her. It was clear her love for her family and her 'kids' through her school. My condolences to the Warecki family during this difficult time.
~ Dryden Armstrong