Dale Jerome Merkel Obituary
The world bids farewell to Dale Jerome Merkel (Saint Charles, Missouri), departing on May 23, 2026 at the age of 90. Dale leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Dale Jerome Merkel to show support.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Albert Merkle and Dorothy Phillips Merkle; his wife Mary Lou Merkel; his children, Jane (Mark Reifsteck), Tom (Alfredo Lopez Chaparro) and Karen Sandt (Geoff); his grandchildren, Samantha Sandt and Jacob Sandt; and his sisters, Doris Moll and Cathy Cole.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to an orphanage in India that captured Dale's heart. Make checks payable to St. Monica Church with India Missions in the memo field, mail to St. Monica Church, 12136 Olive Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63141; or donate to a charity close to your heart.
