Fast Forward Merv Himes

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Birth: Merv Himes was born on 16 April 1919. 

Death: He died on 19 December 1990 at Collier, Florida, at age 71. 

Note: Merv Himes had a real estate business in Galt. He also led a big band which played at Roslyn Grove on the Preston-Kitchener highway back in the 40s and 50s.

Merv Himes died in Florida and is believed to be buried there. 

 

Photos:

Merv Himes

Merv Himes

Merv Himes with wife Erna

Merv Himes with wife Erna at right

Articles:

Galt’s Merv Himes ‘Band in Demand’ (by Rych Mills in Waterloo Region Record)
Sweet Melodies and a Smooth Dance Floor (by Rych Mills – Special to The Record)