Karen Sue Merz's obituary , Passed away on May 21, 2025 in Columbus, Ohio

Karen Sue Merz

May 16, 1947 - May 21, 2025 (78 years old)

Columbus, Ohio

Karen Sue Merz's obituary , Passed away on May 21, 2025 in Columbus, Ohio

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Cook & Son-Pallay Funeral Home

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Karen Sue Merz

May 16, 1947 - May 21, 2025 (78 years old)

Columbus, Ohio

Karen Sue Merz Obituary

The passing of Karen Sue Merz (Columbus, Ohio) leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on May 21, 2025 at the age of 78. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

As Karen departs from our midst, her spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Karen. Though Karen may no longer walk beside us, her legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Isaac Channell and Avonell Channell; and her siblings, Paul Channell and Marsha Spriggs. She is survived by: her husband Michael Francis Merz; her daughter Kelli Dawn; her son-in-law Chad; her son Andrew David Merz; her grandchildren, Cade Steven Keeler and Cole Michael Keeler; and her close friend Judy Dildine. She is also survived by 2 sisters, 4 brothers, 5 nieces, and 4 nephews.

A celebration of life will be held on Friday, June 6th 2025 from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM and at 3:30 PM.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Cook & Son-Pallay Funeral Home



Fri

June 06

Celebration of life

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Pallay Funeral Home
1631 Parsons Ave, Columbus, OH 43207

Fri

June 06

Celebration of life

3:30 PM

Cook & Son-Pallay Funeral Home
1631 Parsons Ave, Columbus, OH 43207

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