James Merk Obituary
The passing of James Merk (Lancaster, Ohio) leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on February 5, 2025 at the age of 93. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James Merk to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Albert (Idella Merk) and Dr. Merk; and his son David Merk. He is survived by: his wife Rita Mae Merk (Trentman); and his children, Christine Welte (Steve), Therese Bowes (Joseph), Mary Kay Kusner (David), James Merk, Rita Crow (Eric), Paul Merk and Michael Merk. He is also survived by 25 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society at cancer.org, Fairhope Hospice and Pickering House, 282 Sells Rd. Lancaster, OH, or Ohio Right to Life at ohiolife.org.
February 7, 2025
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