It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Merlene E. Nilhas (Dodge City, Kansas), who passed away on February 3, 2024, at the age of 65, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Merlene E. Nilhas to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by : her parents, Merle W. Nilhas and Audrey J. Nilhas (Messer); her siblings, William Huffman, Jr. and Norma Noland (Huffman); and her great-niece Fiona Rutledge.

She is survived by : her siblings, Jeff Nilhas (Pam) and Barbara Rich (Doug); her nieces, Darcie Osgood (Chad), Diantha Rutledge, Lindsey Heckert (Chad) and Amber Nilhas; and her great-nieces and great-nephews, Gavin Rutledge, Tyler Osgood, Isabella Osgood, Damien Rutledge and Clementine Heckert.

The family suggests memorials to Arrowhead West (Client Assistance Fund) in care of Ziegler Funeral Chapel, 1901 N. 14th Ave., Dodge City, Kansas 67801.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Ziegler Funeral Chapel & Crematory