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Patricia Ruth "Patti" Martin-Merritts-Ray
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Patricia Ruth Martin-Merritts- Ray, 80, passed away Monday, June 30, 2025 at the Crestview Specialty Care Center in West Branch.
No services are planned.
She was born August 20, 1944 in Levenworth, Kansas. Patti had three children: Karlena, Kile and Katrina with her first husband Jerry. She later met Dennis Ray and they were married in 1983 sharing their life, love and career together.
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Janet and Andy Anderson
July 7, 2025
I'm going to try again. Can't seem to get my message thru! So sorry Denny and family.Karlena, Katrina and Kyle. I say good bye to and ole friend who always called a spade a spade, right?
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Deeda Rock
July 6, 2025
The world has lost a wonderful person. I just heard of her passing. She will be truly missed by so many! To Denny and family Im so sorry for your loss.
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