Merle Ray Culbertson Obituary
We bid farewell to Merle Ray Culbertson (Odessa, Missouri), born in Nevada, Missouri, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on August 23, 2024 at the age of 94. Merle Ray touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. 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, John Culbertson and Beulah Culbertson (Ogle); and his granddaughter Karina Quail. He is survived by: his wife Janet C. Culbertson of Lee Summit, MO; his children, Cynthia Whiting (Jim) of Yankton, SD, Sharon Bolliger (Greg) of Overland Park, KS, Janice "Darlene" Culbertson of Lee Summit, MO, William Culbertson of Yankton, SD and Elizabeth VanWinkle of Lee Summit, MO; his siblings, Kathryn Louise McRae (Wayne) of Oak Grove, MO and Eugene Culbertson (Carol) of Centerview, MO; and also Robert Gray (Adelina) of Pheonix, AZ. He is also survived by seven grandchildren, ten great grandchildren, two great great grandchildren.
Memorials are suggested to the Alzheimer's Association or a church of your choice.
