Alice Ruth Brant Merrill Blackman Obituary

The family of Alice Ruth Brant Merrill Blackman (Walton, New York) announces her passing on August 19, 2026. Alice, born on April 12, 1925 in Hamden, New York, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Ralph Brant and Edith Brant (Hamilton); and her son Duane Merrill. She is survived by: her daughters, Kathleen Teehan (Robert), Linda Yardas and Jean Busch (Chuck); her daughter-in-law Peg Merrill; her sister-in-law Dawn Merrill; her grandchildren, Tracey Klein (Jim), Janet Merrill, Lori Merrill (Frank Samuelson) and Michael Merrill (Angela Frank); and her stepchildren-in-law, Ginny Blackman and Dick Blackman. She is also survived by 8 great grand children, 4 step grandchildren and 8 step great grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Hamden Presbyterian Church or left in the Church Blessing Box with food items there.