In Memory Of
Merilee Jean Meier
1961
2021
Merilee Jean Meier
October 17, 1961 — August 11, 2021
Merilee Jean Meier, 59, Topeka, passed away Wednesday, August 11, 2021.
She was born October 17, 1961, in Creston, Iowa, the daughter of Ina Mae "Red" Mullinix. She attended Shawnee Heights High school for 3 years, where she participated in numerous sporting activities. She was a member of the Drill Team as a Twirler and performed during sporting events. She graduated from Arkoma High School in Arkoma, Oklahoma in 1980.
Merilee was a clerk in medical records at St. Francis Hospital for over 20 years and was also a favored waitress at the Topeka Steak House.
Survivors include her sons, Nicholas R. Earling and Benjamin W. Earling; granddaughter, Victoria Earling; grandson, Brooks Earling; seven siblings, Judy (Richard) Maxwell, Barbara (Mike) Johnson, Kathy (Mike) Fritch, Tim Meier, Dave (Karen) Rains, Ginger Rodriguez, and Ed Pranker; and numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family.
She was preceded in death by her mom, Ina Mae "Red" Mullinix.
Merilee was very fun-loving with a great sense of humor. She always made everyone smile and will be dearly missed by those who loved her.
Visitation will be 5pm-7pm, Sunday, August 22, 2021 at Penwell-Gabel Funeral Home. Funeral services will be 11am, Monday, August 23, 2021 at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to Kathy Fritch to assist with funeral expenses in care of the funeral home, 1321 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, KS 66604.
To leave a message for Merilee's family, please visit the guestbook below.
To view the service for Merilee, please click the video link below
She was born October 17, 1961, in Creston, Iowa, the daughter of Ina Mae "Red" Mullinix. She attended Shawnee Heights High school for 3 years, where she participated in numerous sporting activities. She was a member of the Drill Team as a Twirler and performed during sporting events. She graduated from Arkoma High School in Arkoma, Oklahoma in 1980.
Merilee was a clerk in medical records at St. Francis Hospital for over 20 years and was also a favored waitress at the Topeka Steak House.
Survivors include her sons, Nicholas R. Earling and Benjamin W. Earling; granddaughter, Victoria Earling; grandson, Brooks Earling; seven siblings, Judy (Richard) Maxwell, Barbara (Mike) Johnson, Kathy (Mike) Fritch, Tim Meier, Dave (Karen) Rains, Ginger Rodriguez, and Ed Pranker; and numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family.
She was preceded in death by her mom, Ina Mae "Red" Mullinix.
Merilee was very fun-loving with a great sense of humor. She always made everyone smile and will be dearly missed by those who loved her.
Visitation will be 5pm-7pm, Sunday, August 22, 2021 at Penwell-Gabel Funeral Home. Funeral services will be 11am, Monday, August 23, 2021 at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to Kathy Fritch to assist with funeral expenses in care of the funeral home, 1321 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, KS 66604.
To leave a message for Merilee's family, please visit the guestbook below.
To view the service for Merilee, please click the video link below
To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Merilee Jean Meier, please visit our flower store.
Service Schedule
Past Services
Visitation
Sunday, August 22, 2021
5:00 - 7:00 pm (Central time)
Penwell-Gabel - Mid-Town Chapel
Service
Monday, August 23, 2021
Starts at 11:00 am (Central time)
Penwell-Gabel - Mid-Town Chapel
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