John Francis Merritt Obituary

The passing of John Francis Merritt of Bettendorf, Iowa occurred on July 24, 2026. John Francis, born on February 8, 1938, is remembered by those who knew him. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of John Francis Merritt to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parent Katherine Cecilia Merritt (Baker); his wife Myra Ann Roder; and his brothers, Ed and Bob Merritt. He is survived by: his children, Dianne Layton (Dan), Michael Merritt (Lisa), Katrina Buchanan (Jeff) and Jeff Merritt (Christa); his grandchildren, Mitchell Forker, Bridget Kleitsch (Timmie), Austin Forker, Annie Ross (Ian), Morgan Forker, Natalie Merritt, Seth Layton, Katherine Buchanan, Noah Forker, Rachel Merritt, Emily Merritt, Brooke Buchanan, Taylor Buchanan and Zach Merritt; his great grandchildren, Palmer, Cass, Leo, Knox and Micah; his siblings, Mary Ruggiero (Lenny), Jim Merritt (Alice) and Don Merritt (Susie); and his sisters-in-law, Charlene Merritt, Kathy Merritt and Joan Squibb (Larry). He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.

Memorials may be dedicated to the St. Joan of Arc Foundation.