Richard Merrick Obituary

We are sad to announce that, on January 11, 2026, at the age of 90, Richard Merrick of Columbus, Ohio passed away. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Clarence Merrick and Anne Merrick; and his wife Janice Kerscher. He is survived by: his sons, Scott (Elizabeth) of Lexington and Todd (Katie) of Portland; his grandchildren, Jae, Zoe, James and Collin; his siblings-in-law, Eileen Merrick, Ken Kerscher (Babs), Nancy Parsley (George), Marilyn Sweeny and Maryann Kerscher; his brothers, Clarence Jr. and Ronald Merrick; and his siblings-in-law, Dan Kerscher and Joanne Kinzelman (Larry). He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and close friends.