Doris Marie Merriam

DORIS MARIE MERRIAM, age 88, of Jefferson City, TN passed away on March 16, 2018. She was born to the late Robert and Lucille Meinshausen on April 11, 1929. Doris enjoyed bowling, bridge and various crafts. Her home was beautifully decorated in intricate crewel work done throughout the years. She was a poet, a writer of short stories and song writer. She also enjoyed traveling with her husband, Phil. Their travels took them to such locations as the Caribbean, Hawaii, Germany, Spain, England, Norway and Alaska. Doris was active in the Lutheran church for many years and her faith sustained her throughout her life. Doris is survived by her husband of over 70 years, Philip Merriam. She is also survived by her daughter, Donna and husband Bill; daughter-in-law, Laura Merriam; grandchildren, David Tuell and his wife Shannon, Melissa Blankenship and her husband Aaron, and Michael Merriam. She is also survived by her great-grandchildren Caleb, Annabel, Hailey and Jonathan. She is preceded in death by her son, David Michael Merriam. The family wishes to thank all those who cared for her and our family during her lengthy illness. During the last few months of her life, Doris was cared for by the excellent staff at Chandler House and Smoky Mountain Health and Hospice. A memorial service will be held at Farrar Funeral Home in Jefferson City, TRN on Saturday, March 24 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Smoky Mountain Home Health and Hospice, 506 W Morris Blvd, Morristown, TN 37813. ARRANGEMENTS BY FARRAR FUNERAL HOME IN JEFFERSON CITY, TN 865-475-3892 www.farrarfuneralhome.com