Merritt Pauline Saunders

Merritt Pauline Leeson Saunders, 96, of Vienna, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 19, 2022 at her residence.
She was born August 1, 1926, in Shinnston, WV, a daughter of the late Clarence N. and Laura J. Martin Leeson.
Merritt enjoyed sewing, crafting and camping. She was an accomplished country cook.
She is survived by her daughter, Melba Jo Full (Gene) of Vienna; three sons, Ron Saunders (Sandy) of Miamisburg, OH, Rick Saunders (Loretta) of Vienna and Randy Saunders (Susie) of Williamstown; and many grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, Merritt was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence Saunders, Jr; sisters, Janet Statler and Janice Robinson; and her brothers, Robert Leeson and John Leeson.
Funeral services will be held at 1 pm on Tuesday, December 27, 2022 at Lambert-Tatman Funeral Home, Vienna with Pastor David Carrico officiating. Burial will follow at Pleasants Memorial Estates, Belmont, WV. Visitation will be from 11 am – 1pm on Tuesday at the funeral home.
Online condolences may be made at www.lamberttatman.com.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude.