Joanne L. Merritt's obituary , Passed away on May 12, 2026 in Saint Joseph, Michigan

Joanne L. Merritt

August 7, 1938 - May 12, 2026 (87 years old)

Saint Joseph, Michigan

Joanne L. Merritt's obituary , Passed away on May 12, 2026 in Saint Joseph, Michigan

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Starks Family Funeral Homes & Cremation Services

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Joanne L. Merritt

August 7, 1938 - May 12, 2026 (87 years old)

Saint Joseph, Michigan

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Joanne L. Merritt Obituary

The memory of Joanne L. Merritt of Saint Joseph, Michigan, who passed away on May 12, 2026 at the age of 87, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, John Sr. Froehlich and Eleanor Froehlich (Pudell); her husband Wayne Merritt; and her brother-in-law Chester Hahn. She is survived by: her sons, Joel Merritt of Commerce Twp and John Merritt (Betty) of Rochester Hills, MI; her grandson Paul Merritt of Peoria, IL; and her siblings, Jeanne Hahn of Sodus, MI and John Froehlich Jr. (Joyce) of Niles, MI. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Grace Lutheran Church or Michigan Lutheran High School.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Starks Family Funeral Homes & Cremation Services



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May 17

Visitation

Starks & Menchinger Chapel
2650 Niles Rd, St Joseph, MI 49085

Mon

May 18

Visitation

Grace Lutheran Church - St. Joseph
404 E Glenlord Rd, St Joseph, MI 49085

Mon

May 18

Celebration of life

Grace Lutheran Church
404 E Glenlord Rd, St Joseph, MI 49085

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