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Betty L. Merchant, 75, Homemaker

Betty L. Merchant (nee Burk), 75, of Avon Lake formerly of Chillicothe, passed away, Monday, April 22, 2002 at St. John West Shore Hospital, Westlake following a lengthy illness.

She was born July 13, 1926 in Pakersburgh, WV and has lived in Avon Lake since 1969.

Mrs. Merchant was a homemaker, attended Ohio University and was a member of the Lakeland Women's Club, Lorain.

She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Richard L. and her son Stephen B. Merchant of Kissimmee, FL. Other survivors include 2 granddaughters, Colleen and Christina.

Mrs. Merchant is preceded in death by her parents, George and Mabel Burk.

Private graveside service will be held at Ridge Hill Memorial Park. Back to Obituaries