Charles William

Merriman, Sr.

Charles William "Chuck" Merriman, Sr., age 67, of Powell, Missouri, departed this life suddenly on Wednesday morning, April 8, 2026, at Freeman Hospital in Neosho, Missouri, after suffering a massive heart attack. He entered this life on May 1, 1958, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, born to the union of the late William Jack "Bill" Merriman and Carol (Styke) Merriman.

Chuck spent his formative years in Bentonville, Arkansas, before moving to Wichita, Kansas. He graduated from South High School in Wichita in 1976, and on April 9, 1976, he was united in marriage to Beverly Fullerton. In 1987, he moved to Powell, Missouri, where he remained a resident for the rest of his life.

For the majority of his working years, Chuck was employed as a mechanic and truck driver. He was known for being dependable, capable, and willing to do whatever was needed to get the job done. In 2020, he retired from the McDonald County Road District after many years of service.

Chuck found joy in the simple and meaningful things in life. He enjoyed mowing his yard, hunting, camping, and spending time around horses and cattle. Above all, he cherished his grandchildren and took great pride in the time he shared with them.

Chuck is survived by his wife of fifty years, Beverly Merriman of the home; a daughter, Crystal Johnson (Greg) of Powell, Missouri; four grandchildren, Mindy Johnson (Zach), Brianna Carter (Kelby), Matthew Wilson (Hannah), and Kylie Wilson (Larry); eight great-grandchildren; a daughter-in-law, Jennifer Merriman of Longview, Missouri; a brother, Grant Merriman and wife, Dawn, of Powell; three sisters, Denise Faidley of Powell, Leslie Welborn and husband, Ronnie, of Hiwasse, Arkansas, Becky Merriman of Powell, and Lynne Witmer of Avoca, Arkansas; several nieces and nephews; as well as a host of other family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; his son, Charles Willam Merriman, II; two granddaughters, Haley and Hollie Merriman; a brother, Doug Merriman; a brother-in-law, Bryan Faidley; and a sister-in-law, Liz Merriman.

Funeral services are 2:00 p.m. Friday, April 17, 2026 at Ozark Funeral Home in Anderson, Missouri with Lance Meador officiating.  The family will receive friends beginning at 12:30 p.m. on Friday in the funeral home chapel.  Arrangements are under the care of Ozark Funeral Home in Anderson, Missouri.