Marilyn J. Merry Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Marilyn J. Merry of Decatur, Illinois, whose life came to an end on July 10, 2025 at the age of 84, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Marilyn J. Merry or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Harold Smeltzer and Betty Smeltzer (Easterling); her husband James S. Merry; her daughter Jody Etnire; and her siblings, Carolyn Jimison, Robert and Roger Smeltzer.
She is survived by: her son Kevin Merry (Joan) of Oakley, IL; her grandchildren, Ashley England (Dale), Lance Merry, Aaron Luy (Kisha) and Kyle Merry (Dakota); her great grandchildren, Jolee and Ryker; her stepgreat-grandchildren, Shaedon and Estin; her great great grandchild Beau; and her sister Karla Campbell (James) of Lexington, KY..
Visitation was held on Wednesday, July 16th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Holy Family Catholic Church (2400 S Franklin Street Rd, Decatur, IL 62521). A funeral Mass was held on Wednesday, July 16th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location. A burial was held on Wednesday, July 16th 2025 at the Mt. Gilead Cemetery (455 Mt Gilead Rd, Decatur, IL 62521).
