Kim Maria Merrick, age 58 of New Palestine passed away Monday, June 22, 2015 at Community Hospital North, Indianapolis. She was born July 4, 1956 in Evansville, Indiana to the late Howard and Doris Jean (Beavin) Lottes.

Kim attended Indiana University and was a graduate of Indiana Wesleyan University. She married Dana Merrick on August 21, 1976 at St. James Catholic Church in Haubstadt, Indiana. Kim was a medical laboratory inspector for the College of American Pathologists.

Kim was devoted to her family, friends and church. She was a member of St. Michael Catholic Church and a member of the Rosary Guild. She selflessly dedicated her time to various charities and people throughout her life. She spent her life being the biggest cheerleader for her children and husband.