Joan Royse Merriman Obituary
In loving memory of Joan Royse Merriman of Harrodsburg, Kentucky, who departed this world on October 18, 2025 at the age of 94. Joan leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her husband Ronald F. Merriman Sr.; her parents, Noma Royse Stivers and Homer Royse; her son Anthony J. Merriman; and her granddaughter Christine Dimitri Hall.
She is survived by: her children, Valerie Hall (Harry) and Ronald F. Merriman Jr.; her sister Claudette Thompson; and her grandchildren, Christine Merriman (Kristi), Brian Hall and Cutter Merriman (Marcia).
A celebration of life will be held on Thursday, October 23rd 2025 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Kerr Brothers Funeral Home - Harrodsburg Rd (3421 Harrodsburg Rd, Lexington, KY 40513).
Contributions are suggested to the Bluegrass Care Navigators.