Tamworth- A graduate of the Malden High School Class of 1950, Lois spent her youth in her multigenerational family home. She was an active member of the Centre Methodist Church in Malden from her youth. She met her husband and they married in 1951. They purchased the family home from her father in 1965 and raised their family there until 1972 when the dream opportunity arose to own a business and move to North Sandwich, NH. They did not hesitate and purchased "Ye Olde Corner Store". Lois found her niche when she began selling homes to family and friends. She and her dear friend Peg Huddleston bought & brokered Lloyd & Day RE in Tamworth for several years and remained actively selling homes until her retirement at 86. She leaves behind daughters, Susan Steeves and Judy Tuscano and sons Dana Merrithew (Jane), and Scott Merrithew. Lois was an "Only Child" but wanted a large family so her children would have each other to lean upon throughout life. She had her 5 children, followed by 17 grandchildren, 36 great grandchildren and 6 great great-grandchildren! She is also survived by her SIL, Ruth Kelly, BIL, John Harper(Diana) and many nieces & nephews. Lois was welcomed into eternity by her Lord and Savior, Jesus. Waiting to greet her were her parents, George & Alleyne Callahan, her beloved husband, Edgar Merrithew, her son, Brad Merrithew, her granddaughter, Patricia Peaslee & great granddaughter, Chloe.

Family and Friends are invited to celebrate a life well lived on Saturday, May 16, 2026 starting at 11AM - Sandwich Community Church, Methodist Meetinghouse, Route 109 in Center Sandwich, NH. Please omit flowers. Donations may be made in her honor to the charity of your choice.
Arrangements are under the care of Mayhew Funeral Homes and Crematorium. To sign the online book of memories, please go to mayhewfuneralhomes.com