Richard Sage Merz Obituary
It is with sadness that the passing of Richard Sage Merz (Dayton, Ohio) is shared. Richard, born on January 2, 1942 in Fort Bragg, North Carolina, passed away on September 29, 2026. 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 Richard Sage Merz to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, William T. Merz and Alethea Merz; and his brother Thomas Merz (Susan). He is survived by: his children, Jacob T. Merz (Tina) and Leah T. Sax (Tony); his brother Robert A. Merz (Debbie); his grandchildren, Cory Gephart (Dena), Austin T. Merz (Kimberly), Cortney Daniels (Travis), Rachel Sax and Katie Sax; and his great grandchildren, Greyson Gephart, Desmond Gephart, Sylas Daniels and Skye Kidwell.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 17th 2026 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Newcomer Funeral Home (3940 Kettering Blvd, Kettering, OH 45439). A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 17th 2026 at 3:00 PM at the same location.
