Merle Henry Gothard, 69 of Gresham OR, passed away on Friday, October 4, 2019, surrounded by his family. He was born on January 31, 1950 in Marysville, California to John and Nora (Vierria) Gothard and served in the US Air Force from 1969 to 1973. Merle was a proud veteran, devoted husband, generous father and faithful friend. He will be forever held in the hearts of those who knew him.
Merle will be receiving Military Honors on Monday, October 21, 2019 at 2:30pm at Sacramento Valley National Cemetery in Dixon, California with interment to follow. Merle’s family is asking that in lieu of flowers, interested parties should donate to the Homes for Our Troops charitable organization at www.hfotusa.org in Merle’s name. Arrangements entrusted to Bateman Carroll Funeral Home in Gresham, Oregon.