George E. Merk
beloved husband of Catherine Merk (nee Ottlinger), loving father of Doug (Stephanie) Merk, Brian (Diane) Merk, Ken (Daphne) Merk, Richard (Cindy) Merk and Patti (Bill) Kammer, grandfather of Margaret, Steven, Jeffrey, Megan, Emily, Gabe, Spencer, Charlie, Alex, Jenna and Bradley, brother of Carol (Mick) Riley and the late Mary Lou (Cliff) Schneider, Jeanne (George) Moeller, Bill (Nancy-living) Merk and Bob (Marilyn-living) Merk, many nieces, nephews and cousins. George was a proud Elder graduate Class of '51, followed by 2 years of Army service, and 37 years at Procter and Gamble. Passed away Monday, January 27, 2020 at age 86. Visitation Thursday 9-10 AM at St. Dominic Church 4551 Delhi Pike (gathering space). Funeral Mass to follow at 10 AM. Memorials may be made to Elder High School or St. Dominic Education Fund. www.vittstermeranderson.com