Obituary of Hugh Edgerton Mearkle

Hugh Edgerton Mearkle passed away peacefully on June 21, 2010. He was born on May 25, 1926 in Minneapolis, Minn. In 1932, Hugh moved with his family to Sufield, Conn. where he was the star of the track team. He enlisted in the Marine Corp. He was employed and retired from the telephone company GTE. He spent many years involved in the AA program and enjoyed meeting friends for a cup of coffee. He married Elizabeth Mearkle, they were later divorced. He enjoyed his many travels abroad and his passport and conversations reflects that. He married LuDema Davis on Valentine’s Day in 2004 and spent the rest of his life loving and caring for her. He passed away 6 months following her death. He is survived by his brother Jim Mearkle, Albany, New York, his brother Laurence Mearkle, Minneapolis, Minn and his sister Virginia Langford, Windsor, Conn. An extended family: Wayne, Marsha Tousley and Adam Taylor. “Hey buddy! Over the last 5 years, I’ve come to look forward to and enjoy our visits. Thanks for letting me take care of and be a part of your life. I will truly miss you” Marsha. In lieu of flowers, donations to Alzheimer’s research would be appreciated. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM, Friday, June 25th at Rosenau Funeral Chapel, 2826 Addison Ave. E., Twin Falls. A viewing will be held from 10-10:45 AM the day of the service at the funeral home.