Herman Merkle

Herman Merkles is the husband of Ursa Merkles and the father of W.D. Merkles. He only appears in Best Enemies.

Personality
He was nice to the Reads' and enjoys fly fishing (he knows how to use a canoe), playing chess, and playing cards. After visiting the Reads' House he offered to let them stay at their mountain house north of Elwood City for the weekend.