Roland Leonard Merrill

Roland Leonard Merrill, age 59, was released from mortality and from all his earthly pain on Tuesday, March 25 at 11:58 pm. Roland courageously served, loved and laughed, bringing joy and humor to every encounter with every person his whole life all while battling debilitating diseases that eventually caused his liver to fail. He was surrounded by his family and held by his wife of 36 years as he took his last breaths. It brings great comfort to know that he was welcomed by the Savior whom he loved and served, as well as his daughter, Laurie Ann who left mortality 30 years ago, his parents Louis and Myrna Merrill, two beloved nephews, and many others.

As a devoted disciple of Jesus Christ and life-long member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Roland served his family and friends with all his heart; but he also brought his own sense of humor which was often refreshing once it was understood! If you knew Roland, you probably laughed with him while giving service of some sort alongside him. Always the favorite cousin, uncle, and friend; always the life of the party. He kept his sense of humor to the very end as his loving and compassionate hospice nurse and any who visited with him can attest.

Roland is survived by his wife, Patti, and their children Erika (Fred), Carlie (Daniel), Malory, Naomi, Kyle (Sarah), Lucas, Lindsay, and Mariah; his siblings Cindy (Dave), Kevin (Tracey), Terri (Scott), Brian (Sandy), Ken (Denise), and Gina (Trent).

Roland’s life will be celebrated on Monday, April 7, 2025 with a funeral service starting at 1:00 pm at the Santaquin Stake Center located at 45 S 500 W in Santaquin, Utah 84655. There will be a time to visit with the family from 12:00-12:45 pm. Virtual options will be available; links will be posted at a later time. His ashes will be interred at Woodbine Cemetery in Puyallup Washington on April 10, 2025 at 10:00 am with a casual gathering afterwards; place TBD.