Words are woefully inadequate to describe her, each of us could fill volumes with memories of her and the singular gifts she shared.

We yearn for the day we’ll hear her laughter again and seek her advice in our joys and sorrows.

Singular Beth:

-Epic Christmas parties

-Delectable roast beef dinners

-That shoe thing!

-Diet Coke and Chocolate

-Singing in the kitchen

-Fanny whackers

-Boogie boarding in the ocean

-Long Sunday drives

-Maddox, Iceberg, Spring Chicken Inn

She brought light and joy wherever she went.

Thank you, mom, for the many ways you gave of yourself and made our lives full and meaningful.

Beth is survived by children Sydna Freeman, Shauna (Mike) Brockbank, Kurt (Tammy) Merrill, Kent (Carol) Merrill, Salli (Kent) Brown, and Angie Rynearson.

She is also survived by grandchildren and great grandchildren and predeceased by 3 great grandchildren.

Beth is survived by brother James A. Eldredge, sister Debbie Eldredge Page, and many lifelong friends.

Predeceased by husband Jerrold E. Merrill, darling son Jay Richard Merrill, brothers Eb, Lynn, sisters Lea Rae and Mallie.

We are so thankful for all of the wonderful people at Bristol Hospice.

A private family viewing will take place at 1:30 PM with a funeral service to follow on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at 2:00 PM at Memorial Mountain View Mortuary 3115 Bengal Blvd Cottonwood Heights, UT 84121. Interment will be at the Memorial Mountain View Cemetery in the Valley View Garden.

“Good-Bye, and thank you for coming!”