Merle M. Reisinger

Merle M. Reisinger, age 85, of Shepherd, Michigan, passed away peacefully on November 11, 2026, with loved ones by her side.

Born on May 8, 1941, in Midland, Michigan, Merle was the daughter of the late Harrison and Edith (Husted) McClain. On July 23, 1961, she married Melvyn Reisinger, Sr., and they shared 39 years of marriage before his passing in 2000. Together, they raised four sons.

Merle devoted much of her life to caring for others. She spent 15 years counseling women and children and volunteered for many years at the Shelter House in Midland. In earlier years, she served as a Den Mother for the Boy Scouts and worked as an assistant teacher for several years. Through her involvement in many organizations and her generous volunteer work, she gave her time freely in service to others and to her community.

Her family was a central part of her life, and she especially treasured time spent with her grandchildren. She is survived by her sons, Melvyn Reisinger, Jr. and Bruce Reisinger; her daughter-in-law, Shelia Reisinger; 11 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; her sisters, Susan Pierce, Linda Timmer; and many beloved nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents and her husband, Merle was preceded in death by her sons, Brian and Edward Reisinger; her brothers, Harrison and Michael; her sisters, Margaret “Kathy” (Tom) Gore, Peggy (Lonnie) Phillips; and her brother-in-law, Tom Pierce.

A celebration of life to honor Merle will be held on Saturday, November 21, 2026, at The American Legion, 5111 Hedgewood Drive, Midland, Michigan 48640, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Merle’s name may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Wounded Warrior Project. The Reisinger Family is being cared for by Wilson Miller Funeral Home.