Butch Merritt Obituary

In loving memory of Butch Merritt of Townsend, Montana, born in Helena, Montana, who departed this world on December 6, 2025 at the age of 57. Butch leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

In the hush of twilight, as the stars twinkle in silent homage, we reflect on the legacy Butch leaves behind and his impact on the lives of his loved ones. Though Butch may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the memories held dear by his family and friends, a guiding light that illuminates their paths in times of darkness.

He was predeceased by: his mother Diane Bo Merritt; his sister Kim Roberts; his grandparents, Lloyd and Rose Williams Backeberg; and his uncle Bruce (Doug Backeberg).

He is survived by: his aunts, Darlene and Jane Backeberg-Hauck; his uncle Kyle Bivens; and his half-brothers, Richard and David.