01/09/2026
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our beloved volunteer and friend, Merle “Ed” Huston. We were saddened to learn today that Ed passed away on December 27.
Ed was a dedicated member of the Mission of Mercy family since July 2008, faithfully serving our organization every week for more than 17 years. He played an essential role by entering patient data from paper files into our system, helping support our ability to provide free medical, vision, dental, and mental health care to those in need. His commitment, reliability, and quiet dedication left a lasting impact on our mission and on countless lives.
In recognition of his extraordinary service, Ed was honored as the first-ever recipient of the Mission of Mercy Volunteer Excellence Award in 2015. We ask that you keep Ed’s family and loved ones in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. He will be deeply missed, and his legacy of service will forever remain part of Mission of Mercy.