Arden Mays Merckle Jr., 52, of Plant City, died Jan. 6, 2017.
He was born Aug. 10, 1964, in Lakeland. He was a passionate artist, photographer, collector, genealogist and community activist.
He is survived by his father, Judge Arden Mays Merckle Sr. (Marilynn), of Colorado; sisters, Norrine Merckle Martin (Timothy) and Alane Compton Campbell (Berry), of South Carolina; cousins, Punk and LouAnn Watson, of Plant City; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Neva Wilson Merckle; and brother, Arden William Merckle.
A graveside service was held Jan. 12, at Mt. Enon Cemetery in Plant City.
Online condolences may be made at HopewellFuneral.com.