Merlin Richard Barnt

Merlin Barnt, 86, of Waynesfield, died at 9:12 a.m. on Saturday, July 5, 2025 at Otterbein Senior Life in Cridersville.

Merlin was born December 10, 1938 to the late Ray and Dorothy {Bryant} Barnt. He married Joyce Marie {Underwood} Barnt on August 20, 1956. They have four children: Cindy Marie (Zink) Barnt, Jana Barnt, Rick (Gina) Barnt, and Elaine Barnt, two brothers: Kenny Barnt and Jerry (Cheryl) Barnt, 5 grandchildren, and 8 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by one grandchild, parents, wife, sister, and 2 brothers.

Merlin was a proud member of Pilgrim Holiness Church. He was a retiree from Ford Motor Company. He loved the outdoors and playing the harmonica.

The family will receive friends on Thursday, July 10, 2025 from 10 a.m. -1 p.m. at Pilgrim Holiness Church in Lima. The funeral service will begin at 1 p.m. at the church. Pastor Donald Nichols will officiate. Entombment will follow at Memorial Park Mausoleum, Lima, Ohio.

Memorial contributions may be made to Pilgrim Holiness Church. Condolences may be expressed at www.chamberlainhuckeriede.com.