Verna Merkel Obituary
In loving memory of Verna Merkel (Bismarck, North Dakota), who departed this world on December 7, 2025 at the age of 66. Verna leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Verna Merkel to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Alvin Merkel and Shirley Merkel (Thompson); her siblings, Ricky Merkel and Patty Schneider; her brother-in-law Alan Trauger (Alfie); and her niece-in-law Lindsay Trauger.
She is survived by: her siblings, Connie Trauger, Brenda Holzworth (Greg), Keith Merkel (Jennifer) and Kevin Merkel (Karla); her brother-in-law Lee Schneider; and her siblings' children, Kristi Trauger, Nathan Trauger (Terri), Matthew Holzworth (Pam), Shawn Holzworth, Megan Spitzer (Jerry), Timothy Merkel, Myranda Page (Brandon), Macy Eddy (Zach) and Marissa Merkel.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 10th 2025 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM and on Thursday, December 11th 2025 at 10:00 AM. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, December 11th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Trinity Lutheran Church (502 N 4th St, Bismarck, ND 58501).
