Merdi Edward Caudill, age 69, of Celina, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, February 22, 2024 at his residence.

He was born May 26, 1954 in Lima, Ohio to the late William Lee Caudill and Alice May (Wallace) Dyke.

He is survived by three sons: Michael L. (Amber) Caudill, Jonathan E. (Chasity ) Caudill and Bobby P. (Erika) Caudill, all of Celina; ten grandchildren: Ashton, Michael, Tyler, Olivia, Laci, Sarah, Robyn, Rylee, Mason and Gracie; three great-grandchildren, Olivia, Eryka and Asher; a brother, Ross Caudill, Ohio; two sisters, Barb (Bruce) Marich, Florida and Vicki Carmean, Lima; and a brother-in-law, Rusty Owens, Lima.

He was also preceded in death by a sister, Mary Owens.

Merdi graduated from Lima Senior High School in Lima. He retired after working his entire life as a welder. He enjoyed cookouts and spending time with his family. He will be deeply missed by all.

Memorial services will begin at 3 pm on Thursday, March 7, 2024 at Cisco Funeral Home in Celina with Rev. Randy Christian officiating; where the family will receive friends from 1-3 p.m. prior to the services at the funeral home.

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