Kay Evelyn Merritt passed peacefully into the presence of her Lord and Savior on February 12, 2026. Born on April 14, 1936, in Uvalde, Texas, on Mulberry Street in the home of her Aunt Linnie and Uncle Dan, she was the daughter of Ola Faye Montgomery Wood and grew up grounded in family, perseverance, and quiet strength.

From her earliest days on the Parman farm outside Uvalde, she lived with a joyful spirit and steady trust in God. Surrounded by family and community, she learned to see ordinary moments as blessings and carried that hope throughout her life.

Her life was defined by an unwavering faith in Jesus Christ. Prayer anchored her days. At her desk sat handwritten lists of names, reminders of the people she faithfully lifted before the Lord. Caring for others was not an obligation but an act of obedience and love. If you were loved by Kay, you were prayed for.

She was blessed to share her life with her beloved husband, Wayne Merritt. Their marriage was marked by faith, family, and service. Even after Wayne’s passing, his love remained woven into her stories, her memories, and her daily life.

Kay was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Wayne Merritt; her mother, Faye Dismukes; and her stepfather, Clayton Dismukes.

She is survived by her daughters: Michele Flagg and her husband Marc, and their children Elizabeth and Mitchell; Suzanne Joseph and her husband Anthony, and their children Jessica, Alexa, Mackenna, and Anthony Jr.; and her daughter, Marcie Merritt. Her grandchildren were one of her greatest joys. She loved them deeply and prayed for them constantly, desiring that they would know the faith that sustained her.

Kay reflected the kindness of Christ in the way she treated others, showing genuine interest in every person she met and making each one feel known and cared for. And by her legendary hugs. She will be remembered for those warm hugs, gentle wisdom, steadfast faith, and the way she made people feel valued. She believed in showing up, loving well, and strengthening her community through quiet faithfulness.

A service celebrating her life and the hope of the resurrection she trusted in will be held on April 18, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at First Methodist Church Georgetown, located at 410 E University Ave., Georgetown, Texas.

Her heart was deeply connected to her church and to serving those in need. In lieu of flowers, the family invites you to honor Kay’s legacy by making a contribution to First Methodist Church Georgetown, The Caring Place, or Faith in Action Georgetown. Supporting these ministries reflects the life she lived and the love she shared.

Kay’s story was written in everyday faithfulness rather than headlines. Christ was the center of her days, shaping her prayers, her generous love, and her devotion to community. That legacy lives on in each person she touched.

May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Romans 15:13