An Eastern Iowa town is shocked to learn an active member of their community has died. According to family friends, Todd Merfeld, 35, of Nashua died New Year’s Eve after complications with the flu. The husband and father to three was a big part of the Nashua community. Merfeld had a passion for bringing people together through good food. He and his wife, Shayla, ran the Townhouse Restaurant on Nashua’s Main Street until last year. Friends have set up a Go Fund Me account to help with funeral expenses. According to the CDC, the flu is widespread in 36 states, which does not include Iowa at this time.Reports are also showing this year’s flu shot is only about 10% effective.
