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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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