Merlin F. Smith, of Mesa, AZ passed away March 8, 2011. He was born January 15, 1915 in Waverly, KS to Frank and Purnia Smith. He was preceded in death by his wife Loleta. Merlin lived in Waverly, KS, Junction City, OR and Mesa, AZ. He will be interred in Star Cemetery in Coffey County, KS. A memorial service will be held at the Red Mountain United Methodist Church, 2936 N. Power Rd. Mesa, AZ at 2 PM Sunday March 13, 2011.