Apache Junction, Ariz. —
Loeky is survived by her daughter, Karin and her son, Daryn and their spouses, John Schempf and Lori Merlo. “Oma” leaves her loving grandchildren, Tyler Sandberg and Elyse, Katy and Amanda Merlo and was predeceased by her husband, Samuel L. Merlo.
She lived and adventurous life, surviving World War II in Germany and immigrating to America where she met her future husband Sam. They were fortunate to live in N.J., Va., Mass. and Vt. due to Sam’s career, but chose to retire in Vt. They loved to travel and took advantage of doing so often.
Many will remember “Miss Loeky” from her years as a nursery school teacher in N.J. She loved to volunteer wherever she was needed and devoted many hours mending books at the Woodstock Public Library and the Windsor Public Library. She was an avid crafter and an award winning quilter.
Memorial donations may be made to the Windsor Public Library, 43 State St. Windsor VT 05089, in lieu of flowers.