Yerington NV – July 20, 2026
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Caroline Merrill of Yerington, on July 10, 2026 at the age of 82.
She will be lovingly remembered by her brothers David Carrera Sr and Orin Carrera Jr.; also survived by numerous nieces and nephews whom she loved dearly. Caroline was predeceased by her parents Deora and Orin Carrera Sr.; siblings Belinda Newman, Laretta (Lolly) Reymers, Gloria Brunette, Blanche Carrera, and Daniel Carrera.
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday July 25, 2026 at 10:00 am at the Yerington Paiute Tribe Community Building, 32 West Loop Road, Nevada. Burial will follow the service at the Valley View Tribal Cemetery, Yerington. A reception to follow at the YPT Community Building. Family and friends are invited to sign her online guest book at www.FRFH.net
Arrangement are under the direction of Freitas Rupracht Funeral Home, 25 Hwy 208 Yerington, Nevada 89447 (775) 463-2911
The family wishes to send a special thank you to the staff at the Reno Renown Hospital for their care and compassion.
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