Mary Merrill Erkel Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Mary Merrill Erkel of Herminie, Pennsylvania, born in Chicago, Illinois, who passed away on June 28, 2024 at the age of 95. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Mary Merrill Erkel to pay them a last tribute.
As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though Mary Merrill may no longer walk among us, her spirit lives on in the echoes of her kindness, the warmth of her embrace, and the light of her enduring love.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Paul Ellis Merrill and Sophie Lokke Merrill; her brother Paul Merrill of Oxford; and her husband Bob. She is survived by: her children, Nancy Beno Higdon (Joe) of Elizabeth, Susan Clark (John) of Cranberry Township, Barbara Stookey-Keller (Rich) of Herminie and Tim (Darlene) of Tum Tum. She is also survived by 9 grandchildren and 4 step grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren and 4 step great grandchildren.
Should friends desire, memorial donations can be made to the Hillman Cancer Center, 5150 Centre Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15232, or to the White Oak Animal Safe Haven, 2295 Lincoln Way, White Oak, PA 15131.
