Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
MARY MERRILL Obituary
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for MARY MERRILL
Betsy Ross-Poulin
March 14, 2011
We loved Mary Jane so very much and thought she would always be with us. We will always remember her laugh & smiles. She was the 'glue' for the extended Millemon family.. and is irreplaceable. Our sorrow has only deepened over the oast year. - Love, Ruth, Chuck, Betsy
jason granieri
January 9, 2011
i grew up in KS as cole merrills best friend 5th grade - 9th. I practically lived at the Coles house, if we weren’t at mine and took family trips with them to the Lake of the Ozarks. MJ was an amazing women & mother and I was saddened when my attempt to search Cole online reviled this tragic news.
I see in March it will be the anniversary of her accident and would very much like to express my condolences from my family to yours.
If you would also pass my thoughts to Myron, Cole and Kip I would greatly appreciate it.
God bless, and so sorry for the loss
Jason Granieri
Cindy Fisher
April 6, 2010
It's hard to believe that Mary Jane is gone. I met her when I was fresh out of college in 1980 as a long-term sub at Flint, and then off and on over the years at meetings. When I reflect on our last few conversations, I realize that they were of substance; they were about life rather than day-to-day stresses that we all get caught up in. Mary Jane is the type of person who doesn't leave things unsaid; for this reason, I have no regrets or wish that I had a chance to express my goodwill for her because we already have. Our most recent chat was at a retirement workshop last fall when we sat together for a few minutes. I will miss her positive, supportive spirit.
Ivan Stroh
April 2, 2010
Cole, I just heard the news and you have my deepest sympathy. Please give me a call if you want to talk or get away.
March 26, 2010
Myron, I was a Delta Zeta sister of Mary Jane's, class of '68. We were all shocked and saddened at the news of her death. I want to extend my sympathy to you and your family at this time. You have been in my thoughts and prayers. Elaine Edmundson Carmichael
Aaron Finney
March 25, 2010
Cole, I am saddened to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family. If there is anything I can do or if you need to talk, please let me know.
S. Andrews
March 23, 2010
The Merrill Family, I am deeply saddened for your loss. Please accept our condolences during this time. Mrs. Merrill was a wonderful teacher at Flint Elementary. She was kind, loving, gentle and most of all patient. My brother and I will always remember her smile and her cool red framed glasses she always wore. She will be missed.
Jamie O'Neil
March 23, 2010
Myron, Cole and Kip, I am so sorry to hear about Mary Jane. You will be in my thoughts and prayers in the difficult days to come. May you find comfort in the happy memories.
Elaine (Schmitt) Hutchison
March 22, 2010
Kip,
I just heard about the loss of your mother and aunt. I know I didn't know them but if they were anything like you I know how wonderful of people they must have been & how deeply they will be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Sincerely, Elaine
Melissa Ganley-Olds
March 22, 2010
Myron, Cole and Kip words can not express how deeply sorry I am for your loss. Mary Jane was a wonderful mother, teacher and friend. She impacted not only my life, but my daughter Logan's life as well. Logan always talked so fondly about Mary Jane.
The last time I spoke with Mary Jane she was anixiously awaiting the birth of her first grandchild, Vivian Grace. Mary Jane was taken far too early from you all.
My heart goes out to your family.
I will hold my children just a little bit longer in my embrace, for you never know what tomorrow will bring.
Scott Hunter
March 22, 2010
Mary Jane was one of the kindest and most caring people I have ever known, it was truly a pleasure having her right across the street growing up. Our little community was always very close knit, looking out for one another, and Mary Jane was a big part of this. I can say one thing for sure, my childhood was happier because she was a part of it. To Myron, Cole and Kipper, you all are in my thoughts and prayers, if you need anything at all let me know.
Laura Miller
March 21, 2010
I taught with Mary Jane at Flint. She was a gentle soul, filling the classroom with kindness and love. She was an inspiration to me and will be missed by many. My sincere condolences to her family and friends.
Janice Hooper
March 21, 2010
Myron, Kip, and Cole, we were so saddened of Mary Jane's passing from our friend Marcia McCain, a teacher in SM schools. We will never forget the fun times we had as teachers at Apache School and beyond. The time at Lake of the Ozarks when Cole was just a baby comes to mind as well as the many birthday parties with Helen Helvey and the Apache gang. We will always remember Mary Jane's ever present smile and sincere caring and compassion for all who crossed her path. Janice and Jim Hooper
Linda Rogers Reynolds
March 21, 2010
Myron, Kip, and Cole, I'm so saddened to hear of Mary Jane's death. She was
always beautiful, inside and out, and was one of those special ladies you always remember with a smile. She
will be missed so much. My thoughts
and prayers are with you at this sad
time.
Killeen Koontz
March 20, 2010
Mary Jane was quite the gentle soul. Her love of people was so obvious. She had the ability to talk with you like you were the only person she was concerned with. She wore a lot of different hats with her job. She had to deal with many different types of people in varied capacities. She was a teacher, peer, mentor, leader, and cheerleader of all students. She would see the good in every situation that she encountered. Her radiant smile was contagious as well as her positive outlook on life. The BJF community will dearly miss her. Her influence has touched so many students throughout the years. Vivian will have to hear all the wonderful things that her Grandma did, and how she touched so many lives in a positive way. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Killeen Koontz a fellow BJF teacher
LoRee Walters
March 20, 2010
Mary Jane was the type of person we all strive to be. She was positive, fair,gentle,fun and loving. She loved her family,friends,students and everyday spent with them. Her sweet nautre and kind spirit are such a loss. She will truly be missed. My prayers are with you all.
Sheryl Cantwell
March 19, 2010
I will remember Mary Jane for her beautiful smile and positive attitude. She was such a sweet and caring woman. An example for us all. We will miss her greatly at Bluejacket-Flint. My prayers and deepest sympathies are with her family.
Elizabeth Kyd
March 19, 2010
My family and I have known the Merrills for many generations and have shared many many years of family and fun. We are all heartbroken, but she will never, ever be forgotten. As much love and support to her family as we can give them,
Kyd and Blenden Family
Steve Zeman
March 19, 2010
I thank God for Mary's supportive friendship with my widowed mother. Ours is not to ask why--we are the clay and He the potter, but in the end it is enough that every disciple will be like their master--first in life's trial, then in heaven's glory. God bless, Mary, we'll miss you until we meet again in the city of God.
Mandy Beal
March 19, 2010
Dear Myron, Cole and Kip,
Words cannot describe how truly sorry I am for your loss. I am praying for all of you during this terrible time. May God ease your pain very soon.
Julie Dauber
March 19, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours. Mary Jane and I met through Delta Kappa Gamma. She was such a enjoy to work with. My Sympathy.
Kathy Lewis
March 19, 2010
Mary Jane and I developed a friendship as members of the OPCC choir. She was such a joy to know. I feel blessed to have been her friend. She was so thoughtful, gracious, and fun loving. I will miss her deeply.
March 19, 2010
Mary Jane will be missed by so many. She was what every person should strive to be. Love to Myron, Cole, Kip and all family. Sharon Becker (Overland Park)
Carol Taylor
March 19, 2010
Mary Jane and I were both Special Ed teachers in the S-M District at the same time. I loved seeing her at meetings and working on committees with her. She had great insight and was an outstanding educator and colleague! My thoughts and prayers are with her family at this time.
Martha Auge
March 19, 2010
Myron and family, I am so shocked and saddened to hear about Mary Jane. Every October we did the Alzheimer's Memory Walk and remembered our Moms. Afterwards we would have lunch and she always had so many stories to share about her family and travels. She was such a fun and sweet person to be around. I will miss her greatly and I will walk each year in memory of my Mom and hers.
Lesley Tilley
March 19, 2010
Mary Jane was one of the first people I was introduced to at BJF three years ago. She made me feel so welcomed and was one I could turn to if I needed anything. She will always be remembered by her caring personality, cheerful laughter, and positive attitude. I will miss her dearly and cherish all the memories I had with her. I feel so blessed to have worked with such a wonderful person.
Barbara Burkholder
March 19, 2010
I had the honor of knowing Mrs. Merrill at Bluejacket-Flint. She was a treasured teacher who poured her heart into her students. She touched my life in the way that she worked with my son, Luke. He was lucky to have Mrs. Merrill helping him to succeed. We will greatly miss her as we know so many others will too.
Julie Nitcher
March 19, 2010
Myron, Cole, and Kip I first met Mary Jane when we taught together in the learning center at Flint Elementary. I feel privleged to have known her all these years and can't begin to fathom your pain. Mary Jane was wonderful with her students. She believed in them and was an inspiration to all of those around her. Upbeat and energized are adjectives that describe her. Mary Jane believed strongly in philanthropic work and was very active in several organizations. May God's grace carry you through these difficult times. Julie
Christopher Doyle
March 19, 2010
Guys, I hate you are having to go through this, it really is unimaginable. I hope you can find comfort in the fact that anyone who met Mary Jane thought the world of her. She was always such an amazing person to talk to, extremely genuine, such qualities which no doubt contributed to her success in her career as well as raising her family. You've much to be proud of.
Christi Gerfen
March 18, 2010
Sorrow fills my heart as I think of the kindness Mary Jane shared with my family. Although we've been coworkers for over 5 years, our true friendship began a couple of years ago when she took in a family member of our own...a handful of a chocolate lab named Tucker. Although we had given up all hope for a "normal" family dog, Mary Jane happily invited him into her life and gave him what he needed...love, patience, and atttention. Mary Jane is the kind of teacher, friend, coworker, mother, and wife I admire full heartedly. She never gave up on anyone, and always found the positives in all situations. I will miss her smile, her kindness, her soft laugh, but most of all, her ability to find hope for those who need it most. We will miss you dearly, Mary Jane.
March 18, 2010
I enjoyed getting to know Mary Jane at our Delta Kappa Gamma meetings. She will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Esther Cromwell
Dustan Drennen
March 18, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. She will be missed by many.
Linda Jones
March 18, 2010
It's hard to describe someone so special. She was full of love for her students, her coworkers, her friends, and her family. Truly a beautiful person from head to toe, inside and out. She loved to laugh. Thank you Mary Jane for sharing yourself with us. I will miss you always.
Nancy Worth
March 18, 2010
Mary Jane was an inspiration to all who were blessed to have known her. She will be missed by so many. May we all shower others with kindness, as a living memory to her.
PEO Sister
Sheryl Siegele
March 18, 2010
Mary Jane was a wonderful person, a great teacher, a compassionate and caring friend, and a respected leader. Through the lives of her students, she has touched the future. Her colleagues in NEA-Shawnee Mission will miss her deeply.
Hank Bachali
March 18, 2010
Myron, Cole and Kip,
My thoughts are with you guys-Mary Jane always treated me as nice as anyone i have ever known, Take care.
Your freind,
Hank Bachali
Kathryn Hatfield
March 18, 2010
As 2009-11 Phi State President, I would like Mary Jane's family, friends and DKG chapter members to be aware of the work she has done as Chairman of the our 75th Anniversary Celebration Committee. She has been so very conscientious. Her ideas and planning will be greatly missed. MJ, we'll be thinking of you as we celebrate our 75 years.
March 18, 2010
Full of life, fun and love, she was sunshine. I will miss her forever and treasure our times together. Myron, Cole and Kip, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Sondra Gilmore
Jan White
March 18, 2010
Myron & family, I am a DZ sis of Mary Jane's from NMSU (Truman State). My thoughts and prayers go out to you and the family. She was such a sweet, special gal. We had so much fun during our college years and had kept in touch through the years after. With sincere sympathy, Jan White Smoot Shelbina, MO
Linda Blume
March 18, 2010
I worked with Mary Jane for the last 3 years at Bluejacket-Flint. She was no ordinary woman, she could light up a room with her smile and her laughter. We meet people in our lives who touch us in a special way and Mary Jane was one of those people. She could make you see the good in everyone and everything and had the kindest heart of anyone I've ever known. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. She spoke of all of you with such love and happiness. She will be missed terribly but never forgotten.
March 18, 2010
I am so sorry to hear about Mary Jane; she was such a kind and thoughtful person; she always treated me with respect. We exchanged Christmas and birthday cards each year...especially since her birthday was two days after mine and we were the same age. Yes, we traveled 12 years thru school together. My heart is filled with a void. Yes I know the family must also be having a difficult time right now. But please know that our prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Mary Wolf Sparks, Joplin, Missouri
Sharon Pickett
March 18, 2010
Myron and Cole and Kip--I add my thoughts of sympathy to the others. Mary Jane and I were friends from early childhood and we had such wonderful times together in Princeton. We so enjoyed our visits in recent years, too. I will miss my friend.
Sharon Pickett
Henry Stroble
March 18, 2010
my thoughts and prayers go out to the merrill family.there is no words to describe for the loss of such a wonderfull lady like mary jane.or mj,as i called her.anytime i entered her classroom to clean it,we always chatted about life,or i ask her how class was today.and she always had the brightest smile i ever seen.even if she was busy at her desk,or on the computer,she would always take the time out,to visit.i am so lucky to known such a beautiful lady,with the bestest attitude,and most nicest smile,and soft voice.im just glad that i got to know her for the few years i did, at bjf.will never forget and always have her near my heart.and never forgotten......love ya.
Donna Morris
March 18, 2010
Mary Jane was a very special person. Her kind smile, gentle ways, and caring attitude was always apparent as she worked with her students. We will miss all of the wonderful things she brought to us as a staff. My heart breaks for her family and I can only wish for all of you, the comfort of the Holy Spirit, and joy in the memories you share with one another.
Chris Brooks
March 18, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Donna Dodson-Paxton
March 18, 2010
So sorry to hear about Mary Jane. I remember her from High school I was a few years younger but her wonderful smile and kindness to everyone was always there. My prayers are with her family. God Bless Donna(Dodson)Paxton
Norma Sollman
March 18, 2010
So sorry to hear about Mary Jane's death. As a member of the class of
1969, she was one of my idols, beautiful, talented, and so nice to
everyone.
Prayers for the family.
Norma Hagan Sollman
Dara Drennen
March 18, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We became such close friends through all our times at the lake together, shared great times, had manny laughs, and made memories to treasure forever.
Mary Jane we will miss you.
we love you all !
Your friends Steve and Dara
John Sommer
March 18, 2010
Cole and family;
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Cole we are here if you need anything.
John D. Sommer
Huntsville Rotary Club President
Teri Moore
March 18, 2010
Myron, Cole, Kip, Natalie, and little Vivian,
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
I met Mary Jane when I began teaching at Flint. It was wonderful having Mary Jane just across the hall....she became somewhat of a mentor to me. I soon found out the Mary Jane lived just about 15 houses away....just around the block. Mary Jane was the most patient, loving,, and an outstanding teacher.
She was a great friend to me and I will miss her. To all in her family, especially Myron....I can't even imagine the pain you're going through. I'm just around the corner if you need anything at all.
Read more: http://www.legacy.com/gb2/default.aspx?bookid=4999482753191#ixzz0iX42SLp7
Bill Gentry
March 18, 2010
Myron and the boys, I am so sorry for your loss. Mary Jane was one of the kindest, thoughtful people I have ever know.She will be greatly missed.
Carol Gentry
March 18, 2010
Kip, I'm Chris D's mom and I want you to know I'm praying for you and your family to have strength in dealing with the loss of your mother. She sounds like such a wonderful person and Chris really enjoyed her. He shared how he and she would talk for long, long conversations when he was at your house. It was obvious that he shares your hurt right now. My sincere condolences to you all.
Dana Gulick
March 18, 2010
What a terrible, terrible loss. I am still in shock. Mary Jane was a wonderful friend and teacher. I can't imagine not having her around. I will miss her so much. She was so proud of her new granddaughter. I am so sad for all of her family, I know she loved them all very much. You are all in my prayers.
Showing 1 - 62 of 62 results
Make a Donation
in MARY MERRILL's name
Memorial Events
for MARY MERRILL
How to support MARY's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor MARY MERRILL's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
