Ralston Wentworth Merchant Jr.'s obituary , Passed away on August 2, 2025 in Bethel Park, Pennsylvania

Ralston Wentworth Merchant Jr.

January 15, 1949 - August 2, 2025 (76 years old)

Bethel Park, Pennsylvania

Ralston Wentworth Merchant Jr.'s obituary , Passed away on August 2, 2025 in Bethel Park, Pennsylvania

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Ralston Wentworth Merchant Jr.

January 15, 1949 - August 2, 2025 (76 years old)

Bethel Park, Pennsylvania

Ralston Wentworth Merchant Jr. Obituary

The world bids farewell to Ralston Wentworth Merchant Jr. (Bethel Park, Pennsylvania), born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, departing on August 2, 2025 at the age of 76. Ralston Wentworth leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Ralston Wentworth Merchant Jr. or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

Though his name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Ralston Wentworth leaves upon the hearts of his loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of his spirit and the richness of his legacy.

He was predeceased by: his mother Jane Merchant; and his son Robert. He is survived by: his wife Marta Merchant; his brother Dudley Merchant (Susan); his children, Ralston, McCall Cravens (Stephen) and Michael Merchant; the mother of his children Virginia Merchant; and his child Hayden Merchant.

A funeral service will be held on Saturday, August 30th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Christ United Methodist Church (44 Highland Rd, Bethel Park, PA 15102).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Freyvogel Slater Funeral



Sat

Aug 30

Funeral service

11:00 AM

Christ United Methodist Church
44 Highland Rd, Bethel Park, PA 15102

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