By Jim Meridith
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      Daryl Merkle, 73, of Highland, IL, died Tuesday, March 16, 2021, at home, with his family by his side.

      Daryl was born, July 30, 1947 to Alvin and Delores (nee Frey) Merkle, in Highland, IL.  On July 31, 1990, he married Vicki Heinz in Kansas City, KS.

      He was a member of the Highland Moose Club and past President of the Highland Country Club.

      Daryl was a terrific husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather.  He loved to farm, play golf, and watch NASCAR.  He drove a racecar at Highland Speedway and worked on Randy Korte’s Pit Crew; he loved dirt track racing.  Daryl loved being outside, going camping and boating with his family, and helping others.  He enjoyed travelling around the Country with his wife and parents.

      He was preceded in death by his parents, Alvin and Delores Merkle.

      Daryl is survived by his loving wife, Vicki Merkle, Highland, IL; children, Denise (significant other, Pete Szuba) Lucco, Edwardsville, IL, Darren Merkle, Highland, IL; stepson, Scott (Michele) Heinz, Highland, IL; grandchildren, Connor Lucco, Hunter Merkle and William Heinz; great grandchildren, Michael and Chloe Lucco; siblings, Laverne “Bernie” (Mary) Merkle, Highland, IL, Kathy (Kem) Conrad, Alhambra, IL; several nieces and nephews; and many friends.

      Memorials may be made to the Highland Moose Lodge.

      No services are scheduled at this time.

      Meridith Funeral Home, Highland, IL.

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    1. Becky Martin / March 17, 2021 at 10:30 am

      He was a great guy, friend, boss and brother-in-law. The laughter and fun we shared. He will be great fully missed. My sympathies goes to the rest of the family

    2. Linda Heggie / March 17, 2021 at 11:31 am

      I am so sorry for your loss. Heartfelt condolences and prayers for all. He will be sorely missed.

    3. Carla Tscherney / March 17, 2021 at 1:49 pm

      So sorry for your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are will you all

      Dick, Carla & JR Tscherney

    4. Tamie Horstmann / March 17, 2021 at 2:56 pm

      I got to know Daryl during his Randy Korte days. At first, he kind of intimidated me until I got to know him better and his style of dry humor. Then it was always laughs. He was a very kind person too. My condolences to all his family and friends. I’ll be tipping one for ya today Daryl. Rest easy.
      Tamie Horstmann

    5. Marybeth Allan / March 17, 2021 at 4:56 pm

      Lost a great friend of 60 years such a great friend and my sympathy goes out to the entire family. I will keep the prayers up and Vicki we will get together one day when things calm down. Daryl will really re missed.

    6. Terri Feldmann / March 18, 2021 at 2:44 am

      So sorry for your loss Daryl will be missed. Prayers to the family.

    7. Denny Foehner / March 18, 2021 at 10:46 am

      My condolences to Scott and family. Daryl was a classmate of mine, and I have known him since the first grade. God bless you guys.

    8. Linda Jones / March 22, 2021 at 7:52 am

      My sincere sympathy to the family and prayers for their healing.

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