MERK, Robert, J., beloved husband of Marilyn Merk (nee Bakes) of 50 years. Loving father of Karen (Greg) Otolski, Robert W. Merk, Gregory T. (JoAnn) Merk and Steven (Katy) Merk. Devoted grandfather of Katharine, Nathan and Claire Otolski, Ben, Nick and John Merk. Dear brother of Mary Lou Young, George (the late Jeanne) Moeller, George (Cathy) Merk, Bill (Nancy) Merk and Carol (Michael) Riley. Passed away surrounded by his family on Saturday, June 16, 2012, at 73 years of age. Visitation MEYER FUNERAL HOME, 5864 Bridgetown Road, on Wednesday from 5:00PM to 8:00PM. Mass of Christian Burial Thursday 10:30AM at St. Jude Church. Memorials may be made to St. Vincent de Paul, c/o St. Jude Church or St. Jude Education Fund, 5924 Bridgetown Road, Cincinnati, OH 45248. www.bjmeyersons.com