Betty Jo Merriman's obituary , Passed away on December 5, 2025 in Cleveland, Tennessee

Betty Jo Merriman

September 15, 1929 - December 5, 2025 (96 years old)

Cleveland, Tennessee

Betty Jo Merriman's obituary , Passed away on December 5, 2025 in Cleveland, Tennessee

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Jim Rush Funeral Homes

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Betty Jo Merriman

September 15, 1929 - December 5, 2025 (96 years old)

Cleveland, Tennessee

Betty Jo Merriman Obituary

The memory of Betty Jo Merriman of Cleveland, Tennessee, who passed away on December 5, 2025 at the age of 96, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. 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 Betty Jo Merriman to pay them a last tribute.

In the vast expanse of eternity, may Betty find peace everlasting, cradled in the gentle embrace of the universe. And as we stand on the shores of remembrance, may her legacy inspire us to live each day with purpose, passion, and profound gratitude for the gift of life itself.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Daniel Foster and Lois Gibbs. She is survived by: her daughter Vernice Cronan; her son-in-law Joe Cronan Jr.; her son Bart Merriman (Katrina); and her granddaughter Angela Whitley (Tony). She is also survived by numerous grandchildren, great grandkids, nieces and nephews.

A graveside service will be held on Monday, December 15th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Union Grove Church of Christ (4889 Bates Pike SE, Cleveland, TN 37323).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Jim Rush Funeral Homes



Mon

Dec 15

Graveside service

11:00 AM

Union Grove Church of Christ
4889 Bates Pike SE, Cleveland, TN 37323

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