Uno Merikan

Birth: March 3, 1942 | Died: April 2, 2024

Uno Merikan (82) of Yorba Linda , CA, passed away on April 2, 2024. He was born on March 3, 1942, in Tallinn, Estonia, to Erich and Aliice Merikan.

Uno is survived by his beloved wife and best friend Barbro; children Thomas, Peter (Erica), and Hannah (Clinton); grandchildren Alexandra (John), Josephine (David), and Quinn; great-grandchildren Jamie, Noah, Penny, and Juni; and sibling Ants.

Uno spent the majority of his life in Sweden, where he grew up, fell in love, married, and raised his family. Later, he moved to the Golden State to live out his golden years with his beloved wife. Uno had many titles in his life; carpenter, artist, inventor, photographer, and friend; but his favorite titles were husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He lived an adventurous life that took him to many places around the globe. His laughter was infectious, brightening the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing him. He left behind a legacy of love, laughter, and creativity that will endure through generations. May he rest in peace, knowing that he was loved beyond measure and that his legacy will continue to shine brightly in the lives of those he touched.