She was born June 17, 1936 in Summerland, California to Fines and Inez Willis.
Merlene is survived by her children, Cathie (Ron) Beltz of Everett, Washington; Lori (Al) Andrew of Arlington, Washington; Jeff Wiles of Arlington; grandchildren, Chris Beltz, Kandis and Dale Christianson; and 3 great grandchildren.
Visitation will be from 12-5 pm Saturday, May 12, 2012 at Purdy & Walters with Cassidy and 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Monday May 14, 2012 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints – Tulalip, 5212 7TH AVE NE Marysville, WA 98271, followed by the funeral services at 12 noon. A reception will follow. Graveside services will follow at Cypress Lawn Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in her name may be made to Providence Cancer Center, Everett, Washington
