Mackler, Francis W. We are saddened to announce the peaceful passing of Francis William Mackler on Friday, December 16th, 2011 at home surrounded by his family. This came following a quiet and valiant fight against pancreatic cancer which he fought for nine months without complaint. Francis was the son of the late Victor and Anne (Cooper) Mackler and the beloved husband for over 43 years to Pat (Publow). He is the loved and respected father of Brenda (John) Noonan, Geoffrey (Marla), Tom (Beth) and Laura Mackler (Nick White). Loving Poppa to Andrew and Grace Noonan and Avery, Micayla and Braedan Mackler. Respected step-grandfather of Jake and Layne Affleck. Francis leaves to mourn, his sister Joan (George) Casey of Wolfe Island, Marie (Steve) Carroll of Chaffey's Locks, Catherine (late Jack) Mitchell of Dewitt’s Corners and brother Bill (Lillian) Mackler of Stanleyville. He will be sadly missed by many nieces, nephews, hunting pals and those in the farming community. Francis lived all of his life in North Burgess where he dairy and beef farmed. Friends may pay their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, Perth on Tuesday, December 20th, 2011 from 2 to 5 and 6 to 8 P.M. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Bridget's Church, Stanleyville on Wednesday at 11 A.M. Interment, St. Bridget's Parish Cemetery. In making a donation, please consider the Canadian Cancer Society or St. Bridget's Parish, Stanleyville.