STEVE W. MERK, age 92, of Bedford, entered into rest Dec. 17, 2008. Beloved husband of the late Margaret E., loving father of Douglas; dearest father-in-law of Rene''; devoted grandfather of Rhonda (Scott) Johnson, Steven, Lori, Nicole (fiance'' Jim), and Shawn (Dawn), great grandfather, great-great grandfather,and uncle with many wonderful friends and neighbors. Preceded in death by his sons Donald and David. The family will receive friends FRIDAY, DEC. 19 FROM 4:00-7:00 P.M. AT THE BLESSING FUNERAL HOME, 8592 DARROW RD. TWINSBURG, OH (1/2 mile S. of 1-480 Rt. 91 exit), where funeral services will be held Saturday, Dec. 20 at 11:00AM. Rev. Preston Dawes officiating. Interment Crown Hill Cemetery.