Merritt, Helen, of St. Peters, Missouri, died on Wednesday, February 15, 2012 at the age of 85. Loving wife of the late William K. Merritt; beloved daughter of the late George and Anna Focht; devoted mother of Dean (Kim) Merritt, Kimberley Merritt and Monique Merritt; cherished grandmother of Kyler, Caitlin and Marissa; dear sister of Jacob Focht, Frank Focht, Hilda Glasgow, Victor Focht and Walter Focht. She is preceded in death by her son, Kevin N. Merritt and 6 siblings. Memorials may be made to St. Vincent De Paul of St. Cletus.