Betty Merchant Obituary

We bid farewell to Betty Merchant of Garrison, Iowa, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on May 23, 2025 at the age of 92. Betty touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Betty Merchant to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Eli Grimm and Gertie Grimm (Lewis); her husband R. Dean Merchant; and her great grandchild Aiden. She is survived by: her daughters, Rhonda Knockel of St. Louis, MO, Debbie Ollinger (Craig) of Vinton, Susan Kakac (Alan) of Garrison and Denise Starits (Jeff) of Marshalltown; her grandchildren, Nikki Evans (Sean), Jeff Knockel, Billy Ollinger (Jessica), Mike Ollinger (Holly), Rachael Guerttman (Matt), Sarah Weber (David), Jenni Birker (Scott), Becky Lutgen (Shane), Eric Kakac, Ben Starits (Sam) and Tony Starits; and her pet Pepper. She is also survived by 19 great-grandchildren.

A memorial fund has been established.