Steven J. Merriam, age 64, of Portage passed away July 30, 2026. Steve was born September 21, 1961, in Kalamazoo, MI, the son of Clarence and Mary (Kiel) Merriam. Steve was a graduate of Parchment High School. In his younger years he enjoyed hunting and fishing with his brother and friends. Steve was preceded in death by his wife Linda Merriam, his father Clarence Merriam, his Son Steven Merriam and his brother Charlie Merriam. He is survived by his mother Mary Smith-Merriam, daughter Shauna (Mike) Muncy, Grandchildren Kaitlyn Boll, Jaxsyn Muncy and Mykel Merriam, Brother Mark Merriam, Brother Scott (Vicky) Merriam and Sister Penny (Pete) Martin.