David Ronald Merrill, age 76, passed away December 11, 2010. Born January 9, 1934 in Lowell, Massachusetts to John L. and Grace E. Merrill. David served in the United States Air Force from 1953 to 1957. He worked at Kennecott Copper Corporation for many years before retiring at the age of 55. David enjoyed being outdoors and building his home in Spring Creek, Nevada where he lived until his illness in July of this year. David is survived by his son, John (Kim) Merrill; daughter, Pamela (James) DeProfio; brothers, Russell (Beverly) Merrill of Chelmsford, MA and George (Pat) Merrill of North Chelmsford, MA; sister, Grace Jones of New Jersey; four grandchildren: Jamie, Mandy, Dusty and Joey; nine great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews; and many dear friends. He was preceded in death by his wife, Vanice; his parents; and long time friend Sara Marie Harris. He is loved and will be dearly missed. Memorial services will be held Friday, December 17, 2010, 2:00 p.m. at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 South Redwood Road.
Published in Salt Lake Tribune on December 14, 2010
Published in Salt Lake Tribune on December 14, 2010
David Ronald Merrill, age 76, passed away December 11, 2010. Born January 9, 1934 in Lowell, Massachusetts to John L. and Grace E. Merrill. David served in the United States Air Force from 1953 to 1957. He worked at Kennecott Copper Corporation for many years before retiring at the age of 55. David enjoyed being outdoors and building his home in Spring Creek, Nevada where he lived until his illness in July of this year. David is survived by his son, John (Kim) Merrill; daughter, Pamela (James) DeProfio; brothers, Russell (Beverly) Merrill of Chelmsford, MA and George (Pat) Merrill of North Chelmsford, MA; sister, Grace Jones of New Jersey; four grandchildren: Jamie, Mandy, Dusty and Joey; nine great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews; and many dear friends. He was preceded in death by his wife, Vanice; his parents; and long time friend Sara Marie Harris. He is loved and will be dearly missed. Memorial services will be held Friday, December 17, 2010, 2:00 p.m. at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 South Redwood Road.
Published in Salt Lake Tribune on December 14, 2010
Published in Salt Lake Tribune on December 14, 2010
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