Merilyn Frances Jerome

Born on March 25, 1934, in Ohio, Merilyn lived a life full of Love, Compassion, Generosity, Kindness, Joy, and a true belief in being the best she could be. Her generous spirit touched everyone who had the privilege to know her.

Merilyn was known for her kind heart, patience, positivity, and unbelievable talent. In her early years as a professional roller skater with The Skating Vanities and traveled throughout Europe, gracing many a stage with her incredible performances. After returning to the states…She then met her best friend and love of a lifetime, Stanley John Jerome, with whom she shared 60 magnificent years. Their deep bond and unwavering love for each other were truly inspiring.

In her later years, she started line dancing with her 55+ Club and grew into a beloved, talented, and wonderful instructor. She loved being with her family, her fur babies and her friends, and dancing more than anything in her last years and was as lovely and graceful as ever.

Merilyn is survived by her only daughter, Jennifer Danielle Kring, and her only granddaughter, Danielle Paityn Kring. As well as her fur babies, Bella and Bowie. Her never-ending love, strength, selflessness, and dedication to everyone and everything will live on forever in the hearts of everyone who had the privilege of being in her life. She is preceded in death by her husband and best friend of 60 magnificent years, Stanley John Jerome.