Merle F. Tarvin Obituary
In loving memory of Merle F. Tarvin of Havana, Illinois, born in Fulton, Illinois, who departed this world on June 22, 2024 at the age of 84. Merle leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. 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, Louie Tarvin and Mabel Tarvin (Rakestraw); and his siblings, Bill Tarvin, Mildred Ward and Sharon Tarvin.
He is survived by: his wife Barbara Lannery of Havana; his daughters, Jody Goodrich (Craig) of Havana and Kristi Smith (Bill) of Havana; his grandchildren, Christopher McCarthy (Casey), Andrew Hines (Amanda), Conner Smith, Ashley Goodrich (Matt Wise), Adam Goodrich (Courtney Showalter) and Arica Goodrich; his great grandchildren, Landon, Annabella, Jayden, Jullian, Jax, Kynlee, Hadley, Jensen, Ryleigh, Brooklynn, Kalani, Brooklyn, Brianna, Brielle, Brent and Karter; and his sister Ann Meschnark (Bill) of Trivoli, Illinois..
Memorial contributions may be made to Mason County Pets without Parents.
