August 11, 1916 –  September 18, 2009 Merle R. Marlow was born on August 11, 1916 in Ely, Texas to parents, Jack and Lula Robbins. She attended school at Whitewright High School. Merle married J.D. Marlow who predeceased her on January 26, 1978.Merle was a secretary at the First Baptist Church in Whitewright for 32 years.
She leaves behind a loving family and many friends.