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William (Bill) D. Merkle

  • On July 5, 2017
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William (Bill) D. Merkle, 81 of Washington, died Tuesday July 4, 2017, while in the care of Hospice at the Donnell House.

He was born February 22, 1936, in Harrisville, PA son of William L. and Eleanor Merkle.

Bill spent much of his working life with Culligan Water Conditioning and was affectionately known as The Culligan Man.

Mr. Merkle was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting and fishing.

On July 5, 1957, he married Nancy L. Merkle who survives. On July 5 of this year, they would have celebrated 60 years of marriage.

Also surviving are a brother, Paul Merkle (Ginny) of Harrisville, PA., a son, Todd Merkle (Jenni) of Illinois and a daughter, Nancy Merkle of Ohio. He was blessed with four grandchildren and four great children.

Bill was preceded in death by two of his children, Son, Bill Merkle (Sherry) and daughter, Tammy Ealy, (Ray) both of Washington, PA.

At the request of the deceased, there will not be funeral services. The immediate family will have a private celebration of his life.

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16 Comments

RIta Mamros
Nancy, may the Lord hold Bill in the palm of His hand. He will be at peace now. Loving prayers for your family.
Gillespie Family
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. Keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
Marcy Persin
So very sorry of your Dad's passing, Todd and Nancy. My deepest condolences to your Mom who shared her life with him. It is never easy to say goodbye to someone you have loved your whole life. If there is anything I can do for any of you, please let me know. My love and prayers to all of you. ??????
John Bielawski
Sorry for your loss Nancy and family. Remember the good times and cherish the memories. Best wishes.
Donna & Alan
Nancy & Family Words cannot heal the pain of losing someone so dear! May God give you the strength to overcome the pain.
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