Brynda Dieter, 73, took her leave from this world on November 24, 2025. Brynda was born in Bernie, Missouri, on August 27, 1952, to Ellis and Myrle Hicks Merritt. She later made her home in Crossville, Tennessee, where she shared a life filled with love and companionship with her husband of 45 years, Brian, and their three cherished cats.

Brynda will be deeply missed by her husband, Brian; her sister, Sandy; her niece, Terre (Ralph); her great-nieces, Kelly (Trevor) and Kate (MJ); and her great-grand-nieces, Nora and Ella. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ellis and Myrle Merritt, her brothers, Everett and Donald Merritt, and her nephew, Kevin.

Her memory will continue to shine brightly in the hearts of all who loved her, and her spirit will live on through the stories they share and the moments they hold dear.