Dawn A. Merryman, age 65, passed away peacefully on December 6, 2025, in Fort Wayne, IN. She was born in Newark, NY to the late Clarence Robert and Joyce Deming. Dawn dedicated much of her career as a controller at Master Spa’s, and after retirement, she continued to share her love of children by working at a local daycare. She attended LifeHouse Church, was an avid reader, and cherished time spent with her family, especially her grandchildren.

Dawn is survived by her loving husband of 36 years, Mike Merryman; children, Amy Merryman and Shane (Tenessa) Merryman; 5 grandchildren, Gavin, Bailee, Bree, Laken, and Sutton; brother, Dave (Mo) Deming

She was also preceded in death by her brother, Tim Deming.

Service is 11:00 am, Thursday, December 11, 2025 at Fairhaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 6557 N. Clinton St., with calling two hours prior, beginning at 9:00 am. Burial at Huntertown Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Lifehouse Church. To sign the online guestbook, go to www.fairhavenfortwayne.com