Dennis A. Merrill
February 13, 1926 - December 03, 2011
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Dennis A. Merrill
February 13, 1926 - December 03, 2011
Obituary
Dennis Albert Merrill, 85, of Laguna Niguel, CA died Saturday, December 3rd, 2011.
He was born to the late Newell and Maizie Merrill on February 13th, 1926 in Elwood, IN. Denny graduated from Frankton High School 1944. Dennis worked on the family farm until entering the US Navy in 1950. He married the late Betty Jean Merrill in 1951 and they lived most of their life in Arizona before relocating to Orange County, CA for two years to be closer to their daughter.
Dennis was on the Frankton Eagles basketball team, member of the 4-H Service on the Home Front and served our country proudly for 4 years in the United States Navy, leaving with a Good Conduct medal and a National Defense service ribbon.
He enjoyed bowling and golf, was married to the love of his life for 60 years, and was a devoted and loving father.
Dennis is survived by two children: Richard Merrill of Apache Junction, AZ and Barbara McCowan of Laguna Niguel, CA. He is also survived by 8 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild.
The service will be held at 10 am Sunday December 11th at O’Connor Laguna Hills Chapel, 25301 Alicia Pkwy., Laguna Hills, CA 92653.
3 responses to Dennis A. Merrill
Barbara McCowan says:
December 8, 2011
My father and I ended up having the most special relationship. I was so honored to be able to take care of him. His eyes would light up when ever I would come into the room and our phone conversations every night before we both went to sleep. This was truly something so profound and will effect me for the rest of my life. He was a good man and touched everyone that came into contact with him. He would sing to my mother and ended up singing to me all the time. I was by his side when he took his last breath, and he was not alone and I made sure he knew he was loved. Now he is with the love of his life and for that I am so happy. Both my parents taught me what marriage and love should be. I will follow your example and try to make you proud. I love you Mom and Dad.
Until I see you again,
Love,
Barbara
Nicholas Monroe Merrill says:
December 8, 2011
Dennis Albert Merrill was the most kindest and loving person I knew. He was not only my Grandfather but one of my best friends. My favorite memories of my Grandpa was the summers I would spend with him and my Grandma. We would always go golfing and bowling, and we would sit at the table and he would tell me all kinds of stories from his younger days for hours. I will forever regret not getting the chance to say goodbye, but I know in my heart that he knew I loved him dearly. I love and miss you Grandpa. Your words of wisdom I will forever cherish and pass along to my children someday.
With All My Love,
Your Grandson,
Nicholas
Kathy Anderson says:
December 10, 2011
I love my Uncle Denny. I will miss hearing his stories. I will miss his humor. I will miss his singing. I admired his great love of God and family. He and Aunt Betty will always be in my heart.
Kathy