Ronald Keith Merrill, 69, of Pataskala, passed away on March 31, 2018 at Mount Carmel West Hospital. He was born on June 11, 1948 in Columbus, OH, a son to the late Roslyn Hushower. Ronald is a member with the Summit Station Lions Club. He is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Sue E.; children, Benjamin (Ellen), David and Elizabeth and sister, Joyce Church. Memorial visitation will be from 1-3 p.m. and 5-7 p.m. on Thursday, April 5, 2018 at KAUBER-FRALEY FUNERAL HOME, 289 S. Main St., Pataskala, OH 43062. A celebration of life service will follow at 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home with Pastor Phil Duncan officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Licking County Animal Shelter, 544 Dog Leg Rd., Heath, OH 43056, in Ron's memory.