Hometown: Olin, Iowa May 26, 1970 - December 18, 2014

Regina "Gina" Mere, 44, of Olin, Iowa passed away on Thursday, December 18, 2014 in Anamosa, Iowa after a courageous battle with cancer. Her memorial service will be held on Tuesday, December 23, 2014 at 10:30 a.m. at Lahey Funeral Home in Olin. The family has honored her wishes for cremation. Regina Ellen Hill was born on May 26, 1970 in Alabama to Agnes "Diane" Hill. She was united in marriage to Josh Mere on May 2, 2009 in Olin, Iowa. She was a homemaker and worked as a CNA in Anamosa and Tipton nursing homes. She had been a member of Brannon Springs Baptist Church in Alabama. She enjoyed collecting Indians, cows, Hello Kitty and Hawkeye figurines and memorabilia. Gina is survived by her husband, Josh, her children; Nikkii Matthess of Olin, Shannon Mere and Riley Schenkel, whom reside at home in Olin, her mother, Diane Hill of Olin, her aunt and uncle, Janell and Geoff Jensen, cousins Justin and Maleah all of Louisiana, and her dogs; Tootsie and Daisy. She was preceded in death by her grandparents and puppy Harley. Memorials are preferred.