Merle L. Wischmeier, 88, of Waterloo, passed away April 10, 2025, in Columbia. The visitation will be held from 9-11 a.m. on Friday, April 18 at Quernheim Funeral Home in Waterloo. The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, April 18 at Quernheim Funeral Home with Ron Schewe officiating. Burial will immediately follow at Kolmer Memorial Cemetery in Waterloo.