Kathleen Merklinger Obituary
We bid farewell to Kathleen Merklinger in Newton, New Jersey, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on January 3, 2026 at the age of 69. Kathleen touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. 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 Kathleen Merklinger to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Jacob Sipley and Ellen Sipley (Compton); and her sister Elizabeth "Betty" Pluymers. She is survived by: her children, William Bihn of Branchville, Aaron Merklinger of Texas, Rena Merklinger of California and Heidi Merklinger of Victoria, Texas; her brother Donald Sipley of Canada; her grandchildren, Brandy, Kimberly, Shawn, Caden, Lexi, Hannah, Shelby and Travis; and her great grandchildren, Ava, Mack and Cameron.
