Kenneth Leon Merrill's obituary , Passed away on January 27, 2026 in Rexburg, Idaho

Kenneth Leon Merrill

October 12, 1933 - January 27, 2026 (92 years old)

Rexburg, Idaho

Kenneth Leon Merrill's obituary , Passed away on January 27, 2026 in Rexburg, Idaho

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Kenneth Leon Merrill

October 12, 1933 - January 27, 2026 (92 years old)

Rexburg, Idaho

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Kenneth Leon Merrill Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Kenneth Leon Merrill of Rexburg, Idaho, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Kenneth left this world on January 27, 2026 at the age of 92, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Kenneth Leon Merrill or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Kenneth Merrill and Uarda Webster Merrill; his wife Beth (Bobbie); his brother Clendon; his sister-in-law Roseanne; his sister Maurine; his brothers-in-law, Rex Hamilton and Bill Morehead; and his sons-in-law, Roger Christiansen and Paul Whyte.

He is survived by: his children, Becki Jamison (Brad) of Idaho Falls, ID, Sandra Ricks (Duane) of Rexburg, ID, Janette Wynn (Rob) of Moreland, ID, Lynda Heiner (Paul) of Ashton, ID, Brian Merrill (Barbara) of Rexburg, ID, Shamaine Oram (Steve) of Longview, TX, Shane Dawson (Jamie) of Mesa, AZ, Blake Dawson (Brandi) of Idaho Falls, ID and Ryan Dawson (Kara) of Santan Valley, AZ; and his sisters, Elaine Morehead of Idaho Falls and Devota Gardner of Pocatello. He is also survived by 47 grandchildren, 100 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild.

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February 2, 2026

Keisha Pomares wrote a sympathy message

“Leon was the highlight of my Tuesday mornings. I will never forget his quiet strength and light. Whenever you asked how he was no matter if it was a bad day for him or not he always said "Really well, how about you?" I will never forget his can do attitude and the joy he spread. I know his memory lives on in his family and his community. Rest "Really well" Leon.”


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