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Daniel Merkler Obituary
suddenly passed away on Monday, October 12, 2015. He was born on December 26, 1961 to Jeannie (Buff) Merkler and Norman L. Merkler in Baltimore, Maryland. Dan graduated from Indiana University with a degree in journalism.
Daniel is survived by his mother Jeannie Merkler; sister Susan Rachel Merkler and his niece Paige Mazza. He is preceded in passing by his father Norman Merkler, grandparents; Daniel Joseph Merkler, Hungary, Celiea Ruttman, Hungary, Sydney Francis Buff, Baltimore, Maryland and Pauline Diver, Cape Town, South Africa. Dan had a great sense of humor and enjoyed spending time with friends and playing guitar; he is a good man and will be missed by many.
Singleton Community Mortuary and Memorial Center is assisting with the arrangements. Online condolences may be extended to the family at www.singletonmortuary.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Daniel Merkler
Steven R Merkler
February 28, 2025
I was Danny's cousin ..even though we lived, for the most part, several states apart, we remained very close.
Many memories from Columbus and Indianapolis, Indiana, you will always be in my heart.
Miss you
Amy Metheny
October 15, 2021
I can't believe Dan has been gone 6 years. As we had our 41 high school reunion this summer, I thought of Dan because he had spent a lot of time helping us get our classmate list put together (and helped so much with our website). We have continue to use the list Dan helped put together. He is missed!
Elizabeth Peterson
October 15, 2020
Thinking of you! Sending love to you and your family!
Mike Alexander
January 11, 2017
Dan was a great friend who I shared many hours on the ice with. He played goalie like Roggie Vachon of the LA Kings so we called him Roggie. I was looking for you Dan to reconnect and am greatly saddened.
I am still skating Dan, miss playing with you, Marty, Mike, Colonel & the boys from "the grove."
Joy Bartlett
January 10, 2016
Sincere condolences from Yvonne O'Connor, Cape Town , South Africa, and her daughter and son in law, Joy Bartlett and Mike Bartlett of Bellevue, WA . So sorry to hear of your great loss. 5097748776
Dianne Merkler
December 12, 2015
Hey, I am so glad we reconnected. I wish we did that much before we did. Glad to get to know you again. Aunt Jeanne I am so sorry. Love you.
bob leppert
October 28, 2015
Will miss u Dan ....in and out of each others lives for 35 years
It is hard to believe someone so full of life is not with us any longer. Thoughts and prayers to Danny's family, friends and those that knew him.
John Hughel
October 23, 2015
Terri
October 21, 2015
I am so sad and have so much regret that I hadn't talked to Danny in awhile. When did life become so hectic that we have to make time for our friends? I'll love you always, Danny, and your passion for life and music will not be forgotten.
Claudette Lands
October 21, 2015
Jeannie, I'm sorry for your lost. You have had some very difficult times..My prayers are with you and your family.
October 21, 2015
Jeannie, I am so sorry. Mary Agnes
June (Harper) Turner
October 20, 2015
Grew up across the street at Charleston South on Zona Drive. Lost touch but caught up again on FB. Going to miss your insightful and funny comments. Fly high with my granddaughter. I'll be praying for your Mom, Sister, and Niece.
Linda & Johnny Dixon
October 20, 2015
Our sincere prayers and support to Jeannie and family.
Judy (Nelson) Cain
October 20, 2015
I lost touch with Dan over the years, but as Facebook friends, kept up. Can't believe a classmate is gone so suddenly. Prayers for the family.
David Merkler
October 20, 2015
Aunt Jeannie, Rachel, and Paige,
We are shocked and saddened by the passing of Dan. Just let us know how to help! Love, David, Kathy, Alex, and Angela
Elizabeth Peterson
October 20, 2015
You are greatly missed Dan!
Jayne Wessel-Balogun
October 19, 2015
You will always be my Bestie! I'm going to miss you Dan.
Amy Metheny
October 19, 2015
We will miss you my dear friend. You left us way too soon. Rest in peace, Dan!
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