John Mershon Obituary
The memory of John Mershon of West Portsmouth, Ohio, who passed away on February 20, 2026 at the age of 88, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Shirley Edward Mershon and Helen Lucinda Mershon (Swords); his siblings, Donald Earl Mershon, Homer David Mershon, Shirley Edward Mershon, Lawrence Buford Mershon, Gary Mershon, Dorothy Mershon, Geneva Ball, Helen Summers, Louella Teeters, Joan Luthers, Dolores Meadows and Eileen Smith; and his great-nephew Jordan Smith.
He is survived by: his nephews, Sam, Gary, Jeff, Shannon Smith and Howard Teeters; his great-nephew Jeffrey Smith; and his great-nieces, Jessica Smith, Amber Cooper, Danielle Malone, Diane Smith and Ellen Workman. He is also survived by extended family members and many great-great nieces and nephews.
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