Paul James Merkley Obituary

We bid farewell to Paul James Merkley of Celestine, Indiana, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on March 19, 2026 at the age of 60. Paul 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 Paul James Merkley to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Herman Merkley and Elizabeth "Betty" Merkley (Sermersheim). He is survived by: his children, Mitchel Merkley of Jasper, IN and Stephanie Cantu (Shawn) of Jasper, IN; and his siblings, Jane Burger (John) of Celestine, IN, Mary Mattingly (Bill) of Evansville, IN, Becky Ferguson (Randy) of Huntingburg, IN, Aggie Blessinger (Charlie) of Huntingburg, IN, Alice Pund (Beau) of Dale, IN, Ed Merkley (Mary) of Jasper, IN and Tom Merkley (Sherry) of Velpen, IN. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

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