It is with deep sorrow, we announce the passing of our dear Mother and Grandmother. Barbara Ruth Satterfield Merritt, age 94, of Knoxville, Tennessee passed away peacefully on Monday, June 27, 2022 at Holston Healthcare. She was a member of Loveland Baptist Church. Barbara was beloved by her family and will be greatly missed; especially at the family get togethers when she would ask multiple times, "When will the food be ready?" and "There's always room for dessert."
She was preceded in death by husband, Dennis Merritt and granddaughter, Katherine Merritt. Barbara is survived by sons, Steve (Gail), Ron (Jackie), Darryl (Diane); daughter, Sheila Merritt; 6 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild.
Graveside service will take place Saturday, July 2nd meeting at Lynnhurst Cemetery at 10:45am for an 11am service. Rev. Danny Scates officiating. The family would like to thank Aylssa and Nancy for their compassionate care. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105-9959 or www.stjude.org.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.berrylynnhurst.com for the Merritt family.
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