Donald Merritt Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Donald Merritt (Decatur, Illinois), born in Mount Vernon, Iowa, who passed away on August 1, 2022, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Seward Merritt and Lucile Merritt (Starry); and his wife Mary I. Lyman. He is survived by: his friend Nancy; his grandchildren, Michelle Merritt (Jason Mutzfeld) of Indianapolis, IN, Michael Merritt (Nicole) of Joliet, IL and Mark Merritt; his sister Allene Bys (Carlyle) of Cedar Rapids, IA; and his stepgrandchildren, Justin Rutherford (Whitney) and Jenifer (Matt).

He was a member of the First Congregational Church, a RSVP volunteer at Fair Havens Christian Home for over 30 years and a member of Mt. Vernon, IA.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests Memorials to First Congregational United Church of Christ.