Martha Jo Merrell Obituary
The passing of Martha Jo Merrell of Union City, Tennessee leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on November 8, 2025 at the age of 89. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Martha Jo Merrell to show support.
As Martha departs from our midst, her spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Martha. Though Martha may no longer walk beside us, her legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Felix Smith and Ervie Gibson Smith; her husband Raymond Merrell; and her son David Alan Dilday Sr.. She is survived by: her children, Randall Dilday (Josefina), Chuck Merrell (Patricia) and Pam Cannon (Nathan); and her daughter-in-law Donna Jackson. She is also survived by 9 grandchildren, and several great grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 12th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Bowlin Funeral Home (279 W Main St, Dresden, TN 38225). A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, November 12th 2025 at 12:00 PM at the same location.
