Merle Dean Louk

Posted on March 8, 2019

Merle Dean Louk, 80, died March 3, 2019, in Perry. Merle was born April 14, 1938, in Plant City to James Burl Gill and Ada Idella Tucker Gill.

Merle was a Christian of the Church of God faith. Merle owned Merle’s Beauty Salon off Paul Poppell Rd. for many years. In her spare time, she enjoyed fishing and loved flowers.

Merle was preceded in death by: her parents, James Burl and Ada Idella Gill; her sisters, Doris Brock, Maxine Pearce and Christine Sapp; and her brothers Clint Gill, Roscoe Gill, Elvin Gill, Clyde Gill and Seldon Gill.

Merle is survived by: her husband of 50 years, John Louk; her children, J.W. Louk (Gloria),
Debbie Sweers (Dave), Sandra Green and Roger L. Green (Melanie); her twin
brother, James Burl Gill, Jr. (Yvonne); four grandchildren,; one great-grandson; as well
as a host of nieces and nephews.

Private services will be held at a later date. Those who wish may make donations to Big Bend Hospice in her memory. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Perry.

Friends may sign the online guest book at www.joepburnsfuneralhomes.com