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Steven Merritt Obituary

Steven Dale Merritt Born March 26th, 1951; passed away on April 19th, 2011. Steve is survived by his wife of over 25 years, Rozanna, his five children from their blended family, Leah Merritt, Dana Merritt-Dotson, Michael Foister, Rachael Banta, and Christopher Foister, eight grandchildren, and one sister, Cyndi Martinson. He was predeceased by his mother Joan Malloy, son Joey Merritt, and his brother Jim Merritt. Steve loved to camp, fish, ride his Harley, and host family gatherings. A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, April 30th, 2011, at 3pm, in the Mountain View Aspen Chapel. Donations can be made to Hospice.

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Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on Apr. 24, 2011.

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Lynn Ross

April 29, 2011

Dear Rozanna and family.
Steve is at peace now. No more suffering. It will be hard on everyone, but time does heal the pain. I know that only too well. Love you dear Rozanna

Nicole Knotts

April 28, 2011

Forever in my memory Steve will live on as the charming, kind and funny man I always knew him to be. But more than that alone he was a fighter that gave cancer one hell of a run and I am awe of his courage, strength and the level of dignity in which he possessed. He will be missed as much as he lived and was loved… Greatly!!

Sharon Minnick-Hunt

April 24, 2011

Cindi and Steve's family, My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Cindi, I know that this is very difficult for you too, being that you lost your Mother not long ago and now your Brother. God will heal, it is his promise. Take care!!!

April 24, 2011

so sorry to hear, havn't seen Steve in years but remember him as a great guy, a friend of Chris F. Jeremy Velasquez

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