Roger Merritt, 58, St. Joseph, MO passed away Tuesday October 8, 2013 at his home. Roger was preceded in death by his parents, James and Beulah Merritt and a brother, Keith Merritt. He is survived by five sons, Mathew, Robert, Shawn, Michael and Roger Merritt Jr., a sister, Kathy Stufflebean and his former wife, Leisa. The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm on Wednesday, October 16, 2013 at the Rupp Funeral Home. He has been cremated. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com