Merlyn Edward Hildebrand Obituary
The memory of Merlyn Edward Hildebrand of Waterloo, Iowa, born in Greene, Iowa, who passed away on August 26, 2024 at the age of 100, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Elbert Hildebrand and Mary Hildebrand (Bielefeld); his wife Emily L. Lies; and his brothers, Dean, Clifford, Robert and Lyle.
He is survived by: his daughters, Anita Whitson (Paul) of Cedar Falls, Barbara Grenlie of Cottonwood Heights, Becky Westphal (Jim) of Marion, Cindy Rusch (Dan) of Waterloo and Lori Noack of Omaha, Nebraska.; and his siblings, Leslie Hildebrand and Elizabeth Hildebrand. He is also survived by 15 grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.
Memorials may be directed to Americans for Independent Living in Waterloo, Iowa.
