Vicki Lynn Merritt “Bebe” our beloved sister was called home to be with the Lord on May 22,
2021.
Born June 16, 1953 in St. Louis. Preceding her in death are father and mother James and Verna
Merritt and brother Dennis Merritt. Surviving siblings are Beverly Rowland (Bob), Brenda
Boberg (Don), Randy Merritt (Darlene), Jeannie Templeton. Loving Aunt to Devra Brandon
(Steve), Tracy Immethun (Brian), Connie Garavagali, Joann Rowland; Great Aunt to Garrett and
Lucas Brandon, Tyler and Mallory Immethun, Dylan Garavagali, Kyle Rowland.
Vicki was quick to lend a helping hand when needed. If she did not know how or what to do she
would search until she did. She loved all her brothers, sisters and nieces and spent many happy
times with them. Vicki was very fond and loved all her great nephews and great niece.
She became known as “Aunt Bebe” to them. She cherished the times she could babysit and
spoiled them severely.
Some of her most favorite times were when family went to visit relatives in Salem and she could
go trout fishing at Montauk State Park.
She was an avid animal lover. Since her early twenties she has always owned dogs.
She anxiously awaited springtime so she could plant her flowers.
Since early childhood she loved going to the Cardinal baseball games with her dad, uncle and
other family members.
She retired in 2018 after 38 years with Nestle Purina as a Purchasing Agent. Shortly before her
passing they had attempted to contact her to inquire about working part-time.
Along with remaining family and friends we all will miss her kind heart and generosity.
Whenever we hear a bell ring we will think of her having her wings.
Visitation Kutis South County Chapel, 63129
Sunday June 6, 2021 4PM-8PM
Service Monday June 7, 2021 10AM-11AM
Burial following at Dry Fork Cemetery Salem, Mo. 1PM
My thoughts, prayers and blessings to all the family
Vicki and I go back over 35 years. She had nicknames for everyone something that made us special to her. I was her Labadore lol. I have so many memories with her so I’ll just share one. March 1st opening day (morning) at Montauk catching trout. It was rainy and so cold ice was on the end of our poles. She looked at me and laughed that way of hers Lolo We were totally in the moment.It was a Great day!
Vikki.. I will miss you so much. The laughs we shared on rhe phone. The St. Louis Cards was also my passion. Your voice even was like mine on the phone. We were almost twins in a way even rho i was given up adoption as a baby. You were two years younger. But you came to surprise me me on my 40th birthday in Cleveland Ohio when i was there. We had a great crazy fun time. I was so happy to see my baby sister! Rest in peace my sister. Ill be with you soon. Love you!
If roses grow in Heaven, Lord pick a bunch for me.
Place them in my sister’s hand and tell her they’re from me.
Tell her that I love and miss her and when she turns to smile,
place a kiss upon her cheek and hold her for a while.
Because remembering her is easy, I do it every day.
There is an ache within my heart that will never go away.
Rest In Peace Sister, you are ~ For Ever In My Heart ~
The Merritt family – Sorry to hear about the passing of Vicki – “Those we love don’t go away – they walk beside us every day – unseen- unheard – but always near, still loved, still missed and very dear.” May God bless your family in this time of sorrow.