Jean Elaine Merrill, 92, of Lock Haven entered peacefully into eternal life on Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at her home. Her last days on earth were spent surrounded by her family. Jean was born on May 6, 1932 to the late John Sr. and Goldie (Bloom) Rhoads.
Jean was preceded in death by her parents; her former spouse, Charles L. Merrill, Sr.; a son, Charles L. Merrill, Jr. whom sacrificed his life for this country in Vietnam; her brothers: John Jr., Donald and Stanley Rhoads; a nephew, John “Jack” Rhoads IV; and a grandson, Carl Merrill, Sr.
Jean created a huge family, which was where her heart resided. Surviving are her 7 children: Carleen Merrill, Beverly Merrill, Paul Merrill (Dixie Brandt), Marilyn (Alvin) George, Kathleen Merrill (Dennis Winner), Valerie (Robert) Johnston and Troy Sr. (Heather) Merrill. Her grandchildren include: Colton Confer, Amber Johnston (Josh Slegle), Kassie Johnston, Jennifer Jeirles, Curisa Ertwine, Catherine Merrill, Troy Merrill Jr., Cody Weigle, Stacie Merrill, Shane (Brenda) Merrill, Shawn (Christine) Merrill, Keith Merrill, Travis (Brenda) George, Alvin George Jr., and Meloney Merrill. Great-grandchildren include Seth (Heather) Miller, Brice (Hannah) Royer, Cody (Abby) Bradley, Dekota Welker, Jessica (Scott) Sayers, Carl Merrill Jr., Cierra Merrill, Christine England, Caitlin Hopkins, Shana Merrill, Cheyenne Merrill, Megan Merrill, Chase Johnston, Alvin George III, Hailie, Aiden, Chelsea and Nicholas George, Elizabeth Sanders, Colleen George, Samantha Merrill and Paige Embick; a grandson-in-law, Chad Jeirles; many great, great grandchildren; and numerous other family members.
A funeral service will be held on Monday, January 6, 2025 at 1 PM at Swissdale United Methodist Church, 974 E. Croak Hollow Rd., Lock Haven with Pastor Jack Hocker officiating. Interment will take place at Jersey Shore Cemetery.
Friends and family will be received at the church on Monday from 11 AM until the time of the service.
Memorial contributions in Jean’s name may be made to Swissdale United Methodist Church, c/o Donald G. Walker Funeral Home, Inc., 231 High St., Flemington, PA 17745.
Online condolences may be given by visiting http://www.donaldwalkerfuneralhome.com
