Donna Merrell Obituary
Age 77, of Pavilion, passed away on October 30, 2024 at the LeRoy Manor in LeRoy.
She was born on April 24, 1947, daughter of the late Alvin and Jean Granten Rathbun. Donna was an avid reader and enjoyed gardening. She also liked to cook and sew.
Along with her parents, Donna is predeceased by her husband, Kale Merrell.
She is survived by her sons, Phillip (Trish) Merrell of Pavilion, Eric (Corey) Merrell of Portville, Kris Merrell of Short Tract; her sister, Diane (Dick) Clouse of Fillmore; her brothers, Daniel (Laura) Rathbun of Chaffee, Darryl (Carol) Rathbun of Wiscoy; her grandchildren, Gregory Merrell, Megan Merrell, Kale Merrell, Dillen Merrell, Kody Merrell; two great grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Friends may call on November 2, 2024 from 2-4 PM at Robinson and Hackemer Funeral Home, 246 N. Main St., Warsaw. No memorial service will be held for Donna at this time. Private burial at Elmwood Cemetery in Pike.
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