Jeffrey Kent Merriam

Jeffrey Kent Merriam, age 62, passed away on October 16th, 2024 as a result of a tragic accident. He was born on October 7, 1962 in Ogden, Utah; the youngest son of Roy Clyde and Jeanette Donna Woolsey Merriam.

Jeff’s many hobbies included Dirt Biking, Camping with his grandson’s Talan & Madon; shooting guns, watching Denver Bronco’s and Utes football games. He played baseball and did wrestling, graduating from Manti High School. After his graduation he served in The United States Air Force for 8 years as a Aviation Mechanic and instructor, reaching the rank of Staff Sergeant.

He made his career as a technician and salesman for Fire Protection/Mountain Alarm in Ogden, Utah and later as the Sales Manager in the St. George, Utah office. He was very dedicated with a strong work ethic.

Jeff was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He enjoyed doing genealogy.

He is survived by his wife Tamara (Tammy) Ann Green Merriam residing in St. George , Utah. Daughter Donna Marie Merriam (significant other: Donald Ruark) of Ogden, Utah. Son Timothy Gerald Andrus of St. George , Utah; 18 Grandchildren, 5 Great Grand Children; also including like sons Matthew Shafer (Mandy ) and Gentry Wiltshire who he raised. Brother’s Roger Scott (Sherrilyn) Merriam of Springville, Utah; Sister’s Rosemary (Joseph-deceased) Higgs of Roy, Utah: Deborah (Arthur-deceased) Terkelson of Ogden, Utah: Patricia Marsh of Ogden, Utah. Many Uncles and Aunts and Cousins.

Preceded in death by his Parents and Brother Don R Merriam, Sister’s Marsha Olson, daughter Laurica Ann Merriam.

A viewing will be held Friday November 1st from 9:30 AM - 11 AM, followed by the funeral at 11AM in the Westridge LDS Chapel, 415 Westridge Drive (450 W), St. George. On Monday November 4th he will be laid to rest in the Manti Cemetery (US89) at 1PM.