It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Walter Joseph Merkle (Pearl River, New York), born in College Point, New York, who passed away on September 26, 2020, at the age of 92, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Walter Joseph Merkle to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Juliette Merkle and Anthony Merkle; his wife Katherine; his siblings, Marian, Daniel and Anthony; and his cousin Arthur.

He is survived by: his sons, Walter Jr. (Alicia) of Eugene and Peter (Linda) of Pearl River, NY.; his grandchildren, Christopher, Peter, Amanda, Kevin (Kayla) and Kathryn; his great grandchild Callan; and his siblings-in-law, John Degnan (Jack) and Mary Degnan. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, and cousins.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to be made in honor and memory of Walter at the Wounded Warrior Project or at 'Answer The Call' - the NY Police & Fire Widows & Children's Benefit Fund.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Sorce Assumma & Shankey Funeral Home

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October 2, 2020

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“In loving memory of Walter aka Dad - . I know Kitty was there waiting for you with open arms ! You were a second father to me and I loved you ! I will truly miss you !!! Ellen”

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Oct 07

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Joseph W. Sorce Funeral Home Inc. - Pearl River
34 N Summit St, Pearl River, NY 10965

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Oct 07

Mass of Christian Burial

St. Aedans Church
23 S Reld Dr, Pearl River, NY 10965

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Oct 07

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Ascension Cemetery
650 Saddle River Rd, Airmont, NY 10952

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