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Jennifer Merkel Obituary
age 53, of Miamisburg, formerly of Oakwood, passed away Thursday, March 2, 2023. She was born October 20, 1969 in Springfield, OH, the daughter of David and Susan Marshall. Jennifer will be dearly missed by her loving family. She is preceded in death by father and grandparents. Jennifer is survived by her beloved husband of 17 years, Rodger; daughters, Anna Duggan and Katherine Merkel; mother, Susan Meredith; sister, Elizabeth (Brent) Crawford; niece, Sara Crawford; and nephew, Adam Crawford. A Memorial service will be held on Sunday, April 2, 2023 at 2:00PM at the Routsong Funeral Home, 2100 E. Stroop Road, Kettering, OH 45429. A reception for family and friends will follow the service until 4:30pm. If desired, donations may be made to the Humane Society of Greater Dayton 1661 Nicholas Rd., Dayton, OH 45417 or Ohio's Hospice Foundation 7575 Paragon Rd, Dayton, OH 45459 in memory of Jennifer. For complete remembrances and to share your condolences please visit www.routsong.com.
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Cynthia Lima
April 25, 2023
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of Jennifer....she was a light in the world. My thoughts and prayers are with you and her family. Cynthia Lima
Todd B
March 29, 2023
So sad to hear the news. My heart goes out to all of the family. Sue and Liz, you are in my thoughts.
Kath
March 28, 2023
Susan. Cannot tell you how shocked and sad I am. My arms are around you. Always, love, Kath
Brenda Barion
March 22, 2023
Still in shock So very sorry sending hugs and prayers to the family.
She will be so missed
Maureen Jones Lunne
March 20, 2023
Jennifer was a childhood friend of mine. She was always someone that I looked up to. We could jump on her trampoline for hours and always had a good laugh together. She was always so sweet to everyone and she loved her family.
Jennifer, you will be missed and we love you !
Love, Maureen Jones Lunne
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