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He was preceded in death by wife, Diane, and daughter, Amanda Merkle. He is survived by his sister and brother-in-law, Rose and Tom Gordon, and their children, Tom, David, and Suzanne; daughter, Cynthia (James) Cavanaugh; son-in-law, Stephen Merkle; and the joy of his life, his grandchildren, Madeleine and Andrew Cavanaugh, Faith (Matt) Klein, Evan and Logan Merkle.
Interment has taken place. A memorial service will be held at a later date.
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Hilliard-Rospert Funeral Home Inc.
August 22, 2025
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