It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Merrie Ellen Wardell of Strasburg, Ohio, who passed away on June 26, 2024, at the age of 79, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

As Merrie Ellen departs from our midst, her spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Merrie Ellen. Though Merrie Ellen may no longer walk beside us, her legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.

Visitation was held on Tuesday, July 2nd 2024 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Geib Funeral Center (5600 N Wooster Ave, Dover, OH 44622). A funeral service was held on Tuesday, July 2nd 2024 at 11:00 AM at the same location.

Memorial contributions in Merrie's memory may be directed to the Strasburg First Lutheran Church, 211 8th St SW, Strasburg, Ohio 44680 or to Ohio's Hospice Foundation, 716 Commercial Avenue SW, New Philadelphia, Ohio 44663.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Geib Funeral Home and Crematory