Greta Kathryn Merrow

Born on January 8, 1928 in Melbourne, Florida
Passed on January 27, 2026 in Melbourne, Florida

Kathryn Merrow, 98, was born January 8th, 1928 in Melbourne, FL to Robert W. and Mildred I. (Platt) Martin and passed away January 27th, 2026 in Melbourne, FL.

Kathryn started her banking career with the Bank of Melbourne and retired as Assistant VP from Flagship Bank. She was also the former Co-owner of Merrow Water Supply in Melbourne.

She is survived by her son, Leon “Lee” (Mary) Merrow; daughters, Tanya (Jim) Greer and Kathy (CW) Bond; 14 grandchildren; 25 great grandchildren;19 great-great grandchildren and many nieces and Nephews. Kathryn was preceded in death by her husband Leon; daughter, Vicki Radford; son in law, Everett Radford and sister, Marjo Willis.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 14th, 2026 at 4:00pm at the Seventh Day Adventist Church, 210 W New Haven Ave, Melbourne, FL 32901.

A reception will be held at the Italian American Club, 1471 Cypress Ave. Melbourne, FL 32935.

Expressions of sympathy can be sent to the Melbourne Seventh Day Adventist Church Building Fund or charity of choice.

6 entries.

Carolyn Stewart from Athens, Alabama wrote on February 14, 2026:

“Oh my Law”, Heaven wasn’t missing an angel, I think she was sent to show us all a kinder, sweeter, more gentle way of living. Sometimes when life is unclear I ask myself “what would Kathryn do or say?” Her love for us all is so deep in our hearts we can never forget her sweet smile and kind ways. I am so proud she called me one of her own.

Dillon Steele from Melbourne FL wrote on February 8, 2026:

To my wonderful loving mimi you will be so very missed in this family at all the dinners and all the family functions and the list goes on and on. Words cannot describe how much you meant to every single member of this family. I thank you for 31 amazing years as your great grandchild and wish I could've had more of course but I know you're in a better place now and not in pain. I will miss you every single day Mimi until we meet again in paradise. Rest in peace my angel our queen of this family.

Dwayne from Mraz wrote on February 5, 2026:

To my Beloved Mimi who was my only Grandmother that loved & was so kind to me! Thank you for all the wonderful memories & you are greatly missed around the River House & at dinner! We love you & carry you in our hearts forever ♥️

Gregory Conatser from Orlando wrote on January 31, 2026:

With love and gratitude for a life so beautifully lived. Kathryn’s legacy lives on through the many generations she loved so deeply. She will always hold a special place in our hearts. Kathryn was truly one of a kind. She was strong, graceful, and full of love, and it was felt by everyone who had the privilege of knowing her. I am so grateful to have been welcomed into a family that was shaped by her kindness and example. She will always be deeply loved and never forgotten. I love you MIMI -xoxo -Gregory Conatser

Garrett Conatser from Orlando wrote on January 31, 2026:

Oh my Mimi! Where to even begin. While it is impossible to describe the magnitude of your impact on those you loved, your legacy will live on in all the people you cared about. We are all better because of you and the void you will leave in my heart will stay will me the rest of my life. Thank you, thank you, thank you for always being so kind and thoughtful and loving. I could never hope to live up to your greatness, but thank you for leaving some in me. Rest easy knowing you have left an incredible family that I am so proud of and thankful for! I love you Mimi; always will.

Jeanette Mraz from Melbourne wrote on January 31, 2026:

My Mimi was the most loving & caring Grandmother who gave us a beautiful childhood & many memories to hold dear! Her loving words & sacrifices made us feel so secure! Godspeed Mimi...