It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Barbara J. Merkle of Ankeny, Iowa, born in Britt, Iowa, who passed away at the age of 59, on April 14, 2024. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by : her father Charles Merkle. She is survived by : her mother Linda Merkle (Schnetzer) of Lu Verne; her siblings, Randy Merkle (Colleen) of Polk City and Ami Liebsch (Bobby) of Jesup; her niece Emily Merkle of Tulsa, OK; and her nephew Matthew Merkle of Tempe, AZ. She is also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

Visitation was held on Thursday, April 18th 2024 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Lu Verne United Methodist Church (308 3rd St, Lu Verne, IA 50560). A memorial service was held on Friday, April 19th 2024 from 10:30 AM to 11:15 AM at the same location.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Oakcrest Funeral Services