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Richard Merkle Obituary
After serving in the Army, he met his loving wife, Dorothy Merkle (Burns), while attending the same church in Guthrie, Oklahoma. They were wed on August 14, 1955. They would shortly thereafter leave to attend college at LeTourneau University in Longview TX, where he received his degree in electrical engineering.
After college he received his first job working for Philco Ford, which would move him and his family to Philadelphia, PA and later to Colorado Springs, CO where he spent the remainder of his life.
Richard and Dorothy were married for 59 years. He was a very devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather.
He is survived by his wife Dorothy, and three children; Roy Merkle, Michele Morga, and Timothy Merkle. He is also survived by eight grandchildren; Ben Romberger, Breck and Candice Merkle, Zachary and Jennifer Romberger, Anthony Merkle, Taylor Merkle, Stephan Heuber, Marica Cimino, and Gabby Heltzel. Also, he leaves behind six great-grandchildren; Bradic Romberger, Cynthia Merkle, Kamden Romberger, Judson Merkle, Chloe Merkle and one on the way, Elijah Merkle.
A Memorial Service will take place 2pm on Saturday, January 10, 2015 at the Shrine of Remembrance "America the Beautiful" Chapel, 1730 E. Fountain Blvd.
In lieu of flowers the family would like any donations to be made to: International Mission Board (IMB) 3806 Monument Avenue, P.O. Box 6767, Richmond, VA 23230-0767, Memo line: Merkle- 928303
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Larry Stites
January 13, 2015
I worked with Dick at Norad and am sorry for your loss. I will miss him and I know you will.
Larry Stites
January 13, 2015
Mr Merkle, "Thank You" for your service in the Army. May you rest in peace.
Bob and Terri Simonich
January 7, 2015
Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Zach.
Carroll Hillebrand
January 7, 2015
Sending love and prayers for Roy, Anthony and the entire family
Saj
January 7, 2015
My heartfelt condolences to the family during this time of sorrow. (1Corinthains 15:26) (Isaiah 61:1,2) Please find peace in knowing that He understands your grief and He cares. 1 Peter 5:6, 7
Pam Dade
January 7, 2015
You are all in my prayers. Dick was always one of my very favorite co-workers and will be remembered with great fondness. God's Blessings to the Merkle Family.
Amanda Merkle-Brown
January 7, 2015
The world has lost a beautiful man, but heaven has gained a remarkable light.
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