Susan Gallaher Merritt Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Susan Gallaher Merritt of Quitman, Texas, born in Kansas City, Missouri, who passed away on January 20, 2023 at the age of 89. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, John Henderson Gallaher III and Elise Haren Gallaher; her husband Dr. Ben Merritt; her daughter Molly Merritt; and her brother John H. Gallaher IV.
She is survived by: her children, David Merritt (Leslie) of Ft. Worth, Julie Young (Wayne) of Hawkins, Scott Merritt of Quitman and Todd Merritt (Natalie) of Hurst; her grandchildren, Kelly (Matt), Kimberly (Brian), Merritt Young, Ben Merritt, Sam Merritt and Jake Merritt; and her great grandchildren, Avery and Bryce. She is also survived by extended family members and many friends.
For those who desire, memorial contributions can be made in honor of Susan Merritt to the Quitman Public Library P.O. Box 1677 Quitman, Texas 75783 or the Christian Science Reading Room 106 East Second Street, Tyler, Texas 75701.
