Merritt “Joe” Stahlbaum

1949-2025

Passed away peacefully at WRHN@midtown, Kitchener on Monday July 7, 2025, just shy of his 76th birthday. 

Joe was born in Kitchener.  He worked as a Truck Driver for various companies over the years. He was a mechanic and loved cars especially his own Chevrolet Vega’s.  He enjoyed attending car racing events.  He was a private man who lived a simple life.  

Sadly missed by his son Jason Stahlbaum (Deb) and by his daughter, Julie Stahlbaum (Scott Richardson). Also, by his grandchildren; Boyd Stahlbaum, Kate Richardson and Kennedy and Michael Hughes.

Survived by his siblings; Beverly Weedmark, Susan Maxwell and Jeff Maxwell (Patti) and by his brother-in-law Peter Bast.

Predeceased by parents Leonard Stahlbaum, Marie (nee Howling) Maxwell; by stepfather, John Maxwell, by sister Sharon Bast, by brother Gary Maxwell and by Uncle Wayne Meisner. The family wishes to thank all the staff of WRHN for their outstanding care and support.

In keeping with Joe’s wishes, cremation will take place with no memorial service to be held. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the WRHN Foundation as expressions of sympathy.

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