Richard Merritt Obituary
Richard
E.
Merritt
July 7, 1942 - February 3, 2025
Born in Valparaiso, NE
Resided in Union Star, MO
Richard E. Merritt Sr.
1942-2025
Richard E. Merritt Sr., born on July 23, 1942, passed away at the age of 82, on Monday, February 3, 2025.
Richard was born in Valparaiso, Nebraska to Clifford and Lyndell Merritt. He was the fourth of five children: Jim, Bill, Lee and Kay.
At a young age, Richard joined the Navy. After returning home, he met the love of his life, Sandra McGlaun. The two were married in 1965. He worked for the Burlington Northern Railroad for 30 years and retired at the age of 60
Richard E. Merritt Sr. is survived by his four children: Richard Jr., Jeana (Ken Grannas II), Lisa and Rena. Along with 13 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.
1942-2025
Richard E. Merritt Sr., born on July 23, 1942, passed away at the age of 82, on Monday, February 3, 2025.
Richard was born in Valparaiso, Nebraska to Clifford and Lyndell Merritt. He was the fourth of five children: Jim, Bill, Lee and Kay.
At a young age, Richard joined the Navy. After returning home, he met the love of his life, Sandra McGlaun. The two were married in 1965. He worked for the Burlington Northern Railroad for 30 years and retired at the age of 60
Richard E. Merritt Sr. is survived by his four children: Richard Jr., Jeana (Ken Grannas II), Lisa and Rena. Along with 13 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
Natural Farewell under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.
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