Rhonda M. Merriman 1967-2025
RAVENNA — Rhonda Myers Merriman, 58, passed away peacefully, Saturday Oct. 11, 2025. The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to the Cleveland Clinic lung transplant program and team for their exceptional care, compassion and support over the past five years.
Born Jan. 2, 1967, in Warren, Rhonda spent most of her life in Portage and Trumbull counties, graduating from Southeast High School. She will be remembered for her love of life, her devotion to family and friends and her passion for horses and the beach.
Rhonda was preceded in death by her brother, Robbie Myers.
She is survived by her loving parents, Valerie Dietelbach and Louis “Steve” Myers of Newton Falls; her devoted partner of 17 years, Richard “Dick” Bechler of Ravenna; her brothers, Richard (Diana) Myers of Brookfield and Ryan (Lisa) Myers of Newton Falls; her cherished nephews, Brady, Rob, Nick (Rebecca) and Joshua (Abi); and her cherished and beloved daughter, Macie Renee (husband, Nathan “Nate” Mika) of Newton Falls.
Those who knew Rhonda will forever remember her fun-loving nature, her readiness to enjoy life and her unwavering strength. Her daughter, Macie, lovingly describes her as “strong, independent and someone who wouldn’t take any crap from anybody. She handled everything so well and was always there when you needed her.” Her son-in-law, Nate, adds that Rhonda was “feisty and full of spirit and drive.” Rhonda’s light, laughter and fierce love will be deeply missed but never forgotten.
Cremation has taken place.
A graveside service will be 11:30 a.m. Friday, Oct. 24, 2025, at Newton Falls Cemetery.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the James Funeral Home, 8 E. Broad St., Newton Falls, OH 44444, 330-872-5440. Family and friends may view her obituary online or to send condolences, please visit us at www.jamesfuneralhomeinc.com.
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