James Wayne Merrill Obituary

We bid farewell to James Wayne Merrill of Hendersonville, North Carolina, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on October 19, 2025 at the age of 87. James Wayne touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, James Merrill and Alice Holt Merrill; and his siblings, Harold, Raymond, Marcella, Mary and Betty Lou.

He is survived by: his wife Karen A. Merrill; his brother-in-law Mark Geslicki (Consuelo); his sibling's children, Rob Harrison (Cindy), Ricky Merrill and Judy Merrill; and his great-nieces and great-nephews, Michele, Nicole, Harrison and Krista Cooper.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
West Funeral Home & Memorial

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