Merrill was born May 17, 1938, in Norwalk; daughter of Joseph Azary and Elizabeth Evon Azary Fekete. She was a graduate of Katharine Gibbs finishing school. She was a member of St. Matthew Church.
Merrrill is survived by her husband, James; sons, Peter J. Merrill of Norwalk, David J. Merrill (Kristen) of Georgetown, Mass.; a grandson; brother, Allan Azary of Fla.; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents.
Calling hours are Sunday, Dec. 29 from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Magner Funeral Home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 30 at St. Matthew Church, 216 Scribner Ave., Norwalk, with burial to follow at St. John Cemetery, Norwalk.
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