On March 11, Rep. Lynda Schlegel Culver had the honor of paying tribute to her predecessor and dear friend, Merle H. Phillips, former state representative of the 108th District, who passed away at the age of 85 on Dec. 30, 2013. Culver also recognized Merle’s family members who came to the Capitol. Pictured with Culver (from left to right) are: Mike Reiley, Josh Phillips, Mike Kalmbach, Becky Kalmbach, Lorrie Strong, Tina Phillips-Garrison, Bevin Reiley, Michael Phillips, Missy Phillips, Helen Phillips and Sandy Silcox.