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Morgan Merrill Obituary

17, was unexpectedly called home Sept. 7, 2013. Morgan was born Jan. 10, 1996 in Laramie, WY. Morgan attended Bennett High School and graduated with the class of 2013. Morgan's passions in life were horses, rodeo, her family and friends. She was an outgoing and compassionate young woman and she touched the lives of everyone she met. Survived by her parents, Cord and Amy (Kalberer) Merrill, brothers Justin and Chance Merrill, grandparents Bob and Judy Merrill. Preceded in death by her grandparents Jon and Paulette Kalberer. Memorial Service, Thurs., Sept. 12, 10am at the Quint Valley Arena in Byers, CO.

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Published by Denver Post on Sep. 11, 2013.

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Annie (Dianne) Duncan

September 5, 2023

Sending prayers of peace to Morgan´s family. Gone but never forgotten. I hope her family is doing well. Love, Annie Duncan (MC K-8)

Dianne Duncan

September 5, 2022

Hey Amy,
Thinking of you and your beautiful daughter. I hope life is settled and happy for you and the boys.

Dianne Duncan

September 5, 2020

I don’t have specific memories of Morgan other than what her mom, Amy, shared at school.
I just wanted to
Let Amy know that I was thinking of her at this time. Hoping she is well.
Dianne Duncan
(Murphy Creek K-8

Melissa Bowen

December 26, 2013

I am still so very sorry for your loss. I love and miss you all. I think of you all the time and you are continually in my prayers.

Stacy Willford

September 19, 2013

Amy and Cord,
Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss.
My heart is breaking for you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Lisa Solomon

September 14, 2013

Amy, I am so very sorry for your terrible loss. May your good memories of your beautiful and sweet daughter give you some comfort during this very difficult time.

Noel, Christy, Ryan and Cody Kirby

September 14, 2013

We are deeply saddened by your loss. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Jennifer Moreno

September 13, 2013

I am deeply saddened to hear about the loss of your sweet Morgan. Sending prayers to your entire family.

September 13, 2013

Thoughts & prayers are with you!! morgan will be greatly missed!!!
Stephy & Wryle

Jerry Paxton

September 13, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Bob and Kristi Wieland

September 13, 2013

We will continue to pray for you Amy, Cord and the rest of the family. We pray you will find peace and comfort in the days to come. We are so sorry.

Brent and Gayle (Talbott) Wessel

September 13, 2013

The loss of your child brings tears and a deep heartache... we pray God holds you in his hands. John 11:35 Jesus Wept

Dallas Hacker

September 12, 2013

I am soooo sorry for the loss of Morgan. I will always remember her as a sweet girl with a contagious smile. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

September 12, 2013

Amy & Cord-----We are totally lost for words. We were so terribly sorry to hear about Morgan. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We were sorry we didn't keep in better touch with you.
Carole & Jerry Wrightsman

Melissa Hay

September 12, 2013

Dear Amy and Family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. As I look back and think about Morgan, I remember her being such a wonderful young lady...I am so glad I had the opportunity to teach Morgan. I am thinking of your family and wishing you peace and comfort during this difficult time. May God comfort you.

Brian /Bryce Wasson

September 12, 2013

prayers and thoughts to the family. such a tragic loss.

Morgan Lowell

September 12, 2013

I'm sorry fr your loss, justin might remember me, i used to play baseball with him in byers, anyway, i remember and am thinking of your family in this hard time

Karen Bunting

September 12, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. She sure was a shining star and will be missed by everyone who knew her.

Kari Fazendin & Family

September 12, 2013

Merrill Family~ We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers through your difficult time. Morgan was like a sister to Erin and we know she will be dearly missed by not only us but by the many who's hearts and lives she touched.

Amanda Lovendahl

September 12, 2013

So sorry for your loss she was a great person im glad i got to meet her at one of the rodeo's.

Carolyn Davies

September 12, 2013

Im Lori davies mother Haylies Grandmother so sorry to hear of your lost my heart and prayers are with you all! May she RIP!

Dianne Duncan

September 12, 2013

Amy,
I used to work with you at Murphy Creek. I just learned of the tragic passing of your beautiful young daugter. There are no words. I am holding you and your family in my heart and prayers. With so much sorrow, Dianne Duncan

Shannon Gentry (Merrill)

September 12, 2013

Cord, Amy, Justin & Chance - I am so so sorry for the loss of your Morgan. You have been on my mind for days now, I don't have the words to express my condolences. Hugs and prayers.

Joe & Carolyn Gaspari

September 12, 2013

Merrill Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you!

Marker Family

September 12, 2013

We are keeping Morgan and all of your family in our prayers. So sorry for your loss.

September 12, 2013

We are so sorry to hear about Morgan, words can never express the loss of a loved one so dear. We know that only time can soften the loss of your precious one. Remember that she has touched the lives of many and she will not be forgotten. We will keep you in our prayers and thoughts, God Bless your family and keep them strong.
Shiloh and Pat Wertz

Jennifer Bowen

September 12, 2013

Cord and Amy, our hearts go out to you and your family.
Packy, Jennifer, Shelby and Darby Bowen

Bill and Jessica Evans

September 12, 2013

Amy and Cord -
Our hearts are breaking for you and the boys. Please know you are in our thoughts. There are no words sufficient enough to express our condolences. Jessica and Billy

Lindsey Vincent

September 12, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with the Merrills during their time of heart ache. May God watch over you all in the day's to come.

Laurie Godwin

September 11, 2013

Amy, you have the thoughts and prayers of the Tollgate Crew with you! We are so sad for your loss.

Kelly Wright

September 11, 2013

I'm sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Missi Denning

September 11, 2013

So sorry for your loss of sweet Morgan. Sending our thoughts & prayers to you. May god rest her soul.

FELIX MESTAS

September 11, 2013

God Bless, SHE'S YOUR ANGEL NOW!May you find peace, KEEP YOUR HEAD TO THE SKY!!:)

Bill and Pam Moore

September 11, 2013

We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. The Moore family

Misty McClain

September 11, 2013

We were so blessed to have known and rodeo with Morgan what a hand!!!!! We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers! !!!!! We will miss her!!!! Love the McClains.....Misty,Tucker,Tailor and Tarrin

Renee Portillo

September 11, 2013

We are so sorry for your loss. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Renee Portillo (Moore) and family

Mark and Michelle Linnebur

September 11, 2013

Our family will be praying for your family during this difficult time.

Mary Tucker

September 11, 2013

There are no words that are enough to express how sorry we are for your loss. Your family is in our prayers, may God comfort you now and in the days to come. We were blessed to have known Morgan.
Mary & Charlie Tucker
Alli, Alex & Amanda MacDonald

Ellis Family

September 11, 2013

To all Merrill family and friends. Words cannot express our deepest sadness for the loss of a beautiful child. God has gained a precious angel to ride and care for his mystical horses and rope with the best. I wish for you all to find peace and fond memories and we will continue to hold you all close to our hearts.

Mandy McCormick

September 11, 2013

So sorry to here your loss. Morgan has touched all of our hearts, and she will be greatly missed.

The Royce Austin Family

September 11, 2013

Dear Merrill Family - please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers! Our girls so enjoyed spending time with Morgan at Rodeo Bible Camp and other rodeo series they competed in over the years. Morgan's beautiful spirit will be missed, but not forgotten.

Skip, Jerri, Dj, Travis Jackson

September 11, 2013

We are so sorry for the passing of Morgan. She will missed by all. Our thought are with your family in this hard time.

September 11, 2013

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. No words can express or convey our deepest sympathies. The Fortner's

Ginny Forster

September 11, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss, she was such a bright light.

Rusty Buller Family

September 11, 2013

Our prayers are with you at this sad time. Morgan will be missed and we will cling to our memories of her in the arena. Rusty, Odette, Hank and Jeb Buller

Brandy Shelley

September 11, 2013

My heart aches for you, may God comfort you in this time of need. I remember watching her grow during the years the boys were in the same class. Sending hugs and prayers to your whole family.

September 11, 2013

Your family is in our prayers,


The Galvin family

September 11, 2013

There are no words. Our thoughts are with you.
Uncle Dan, Auntie Cally and your cousins Troy and Marina

Michelle Eastwood

September 11, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Erin (Kalberer) Wessling

September 11, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Naomi Kreidlkamp

September 11, 2013

Amy, Cord, Chance and Justin,
We are so, so sorry and hope you know there are so many people thinking of and praying for all of you.
Love, Naomi (Wieland), Kevin, Tyler & Amanda Kreidlkamp

September 11, 2013

We are so sorry for your loss. Morgan was a beautiful young woman. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always.
The Mikita's

Mindy Feldheim

September 11, 2013

For all the amazing horses that once tread this ground...they now have the most beautiful soul to ride them. Love to you all.

The Bowen Family

September 11, 2013

We are so very sorry to hear of your loss of Morgan. She was a very sweet young lady and always full of life. Words cannot express our deepest sympathys

Amy Lakeman

September 11, 2013

To the Merrill family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I cannot imagine the pain you must be feeling. You are all in my hearts and prayers.
Amy Lakeman (formerly Buford)

Patty McCool

September 11, 2013

To the Merrill Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. I am so very sorry for your loss.

September 11, 2013

Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. The Remick family Encampment WY

Craig & Nichole (Drain) Walters

September 11, 2013

We are so sorry for your loss. We are keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers.

Julie Bowers

September 11, 2013

Words cannot express the sorrow and pain we feel for the loss of Morgan. Our prayers are with you. With our deepest sympathy, The Bowers - Mark, Julie and Chase

Elizabeth Downare

September 11, 2013

So sorry for your loss. I can't imagine such heartache. We are praying for your family.

Shelby and Russ Caldon

September 11, 2013

God Bless You and your Family. Life is not fair but you brightened it up for all of us! RIP

Rich & Jeri Williams

September 11, 2013

To the Merrill family -
We are so very sorry for your loss! Keeping you all in our prayers.

September 11, 2013

Merrill Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you from Canada As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Love Val Wright and family

Annie Lopez

September 11, 2013

Amy-my heart weeps for you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Marla Berkheim

September 11, 2013

Amy, my thoughts and prayers and are with you and your family. I am so sorry for your immense and unfathomable loss.

Gene & Sherry Averhoff

September 11, 2013

Dear Cord, Amy, Chance & Justin.
So very very sorry to learn of your loss. Our prayers are with you and all of your family.

Tracy Fagan

September 11, 2013

Amy and Cord - I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Lisa Trujillo

September 11, 2013

Amy - So very sorry for the loss of your daughter. God is holding her tight in his loving arms. My prayers are with your family.

September 11, 2013

Morgie, you will be missed. See you in the next life.

Uncle jimmy

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