Kenneth Ray Merrifield

Kenneth Ray Merrifield obituary

Kenneth Ray Merrifield

Kenneth Merrifield Obituary

Published by Legacy on Jul. 31, 2025.
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Kenneth Ray Merrifield, age 61, formerly of Ballinger, Texas.

Kenneth was dearly loved and will be deeply missed by his mother, Grace Merrifield of Ballinger, Texas; his brother, Bruce Merrifield of Ballinger, Texas; and his sister, Peggy Merrifield of Graford, Texas. He was preceded in death by his father, Joe Earl Merrifield, and his brother, Joe B. Merrifield of Ballinger, Texas.

He is survived by his uncle, Edmond Merrifield of Graford, Texas; his aunts, Gaitha Spaulding and Gaila Booth both of San Antonio, Texas; his aunt, Joyce Jean, and uncle, James "Buddy" Scrivener, both of Ballinger, Texas; his uncle, Walley Garcia of Miles, Texas; and his aunt, Elois Williams of Brookshire, Texas.

Kenneth will be lovingly remembered by his many cousins and friends.

An open invitation memorial service will be held at Old Runnels Cemetery on August 23rd at 1:00 pm.

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