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Kent E. Merrill

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Kent Eugene Merrill, 84, of Fremont, OH passed away surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, June 28, 2016 at Valley View Healthcare Center. He was born January 23, 1932 in Fremont, the son of Eugene H. and Mary E. (Reineck) Merrill. He was a 1950 graduate of St. Joseph High School.

Kent served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War from 1953 to 1955 and was awarded the National Defense Service Medal. He married Margaret “Peg” Ann Mayle on September 6, 1954 at St. Joseph Catholic Church and she survives.

Kent worked in the Maintenance Department at Brush Wellman in Elmore, OH and retired in 1992 after many years of service. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, American Legion, VFW and Moose Club all of Fremont. He was also a member of the St. Joseph Boosters. Kent enjoyed playing cards with his friends and family and going to casinos. He was an avid bowler and Cleveland Indians and Browns fan. He loved to spend time with his grandchildren.

Kent is survived by his wife of 62 years, Margaret “Peg” Ann Merrill; children, Linda (Chris) Carnicom, Chuck (Peggy) Merrill, Sue (Jim) Cherry, all of Fremont, OH, Rich (Laurie) Merrill, Fairfield, OH; siblings, Jim Merrill, Florida, Dan Lee, Houston, TX, Patricia Lehmann Bergmoser, Sandusky, OH and Sandra (Roger) Wise, Fremont, OH; grandchildren, Mike and Kurt Carnicom, Cheryl Lustig, Jessica Rice, Mehgan, Alex, Sean and Kari Merrill and Joshua Cherry and seven great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Mary Jean Brutsche and brothers, Jude and Jack Merrill.

Visitation: Thursday from 4:00 to 7:00 pm at Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, 425 E. State St, Fremont, OH with a vigil service at 7:00 p.m.

Mass of Christian Burial: Friday, July 1, 2016, 10:30 am at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 550 Smith Rd, Fremont, with Fr. Chris Kardzis officiating with one hour of visitation at church prior to the service.

Burial: St. Joseph Cemetery with military honors provided by the Fremont V.F.W. and American Legion.

Memorials: Bishop Hoffman Catholic Schools or Sacred Heart Catholic Church

Kent’s family wishes to extend their most sincere gratitude and appreciation to those at Valley View Healthcare Center. Your care of Dad did not go unnoticed. Thank you for your heartfelt compassion.

 

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  1. Bob Hahn

    June 28, 2016 at 6:16 pm

    My thoughts and prayers are with the whole family!
    May you RIP,Kent!

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  2. Trudy Kusmer Nellessen

    June 28, 2016 at 6:24 pm

    Linda and Family: I wish for you much peace as you go thru the next few days. Lean on each other and on God….you will be upheld.

    Your Dad is walking with the Angels!

    Trudy and JJ Kusmer-Nellessen

    Reply
  3. Mike Mahathy

    June 28, 2016 at 7:43 pm

    Rich and family, I am so very sorry for your loss. Praying for God’s comfort.

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  4. REggie Miller

    June 28, 2016 at 9:02 pm

    So sad over the loss of Uncle Kent. I know these last months were a struggle for him and the whole family. Lots of love and prayers to Aunt Peg, Linda, Chuck, Rich and Susie. You are all in our hearts. Love Reg and Chris

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  5. Kathy Burton

    June 28, 2016 at 11:21 pm

    So terribly sorry to hear this sad news. Keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers. God bless.
    Steve & Kathy (Kingsborough) Burton

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  6. Susan Smith

    June 28, 2016 at 11:38 pm

    I’m so sorry to hear this. Hugs and prayers to you Peg and the rest of your family!

    Sincerely, (Dr.) Susan Smith

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  7. Joan knight

    June 29, 2016 at 1:48 am

    Rich, and the Merrill Family,
    Our sympathy to you for the loss of your father, grandfather and your husband. The fight is over and he is at peace. Sending prayers, Joan and Kim

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  8. Jan and Ron Collier

    June 29, 2016 at 2:09 am

    Kent was what I call, a really nice guy. So much fun to be around, and a very funny man. Your family times together, leave with you precious memories, which will sooth your grief. You are in our prayers. Rest in peace, Kent.

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  9. Ron and Betty Rodenhauser, Church Buddies

    June 29, 2016 at 3:40 am

    Our condolences to the family. Prayers and thoughts at this sad time.

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  10. Michael R. Halbsen, (France)

    June 29, 2016 at 4:17 am

    My sincere and heartfelt condolences to your entire family Chuck at the passing of your Father.
    I know the of this journey and its sorrows and wish to extend my thoughts and prayers towards the grief that you feel and the comfort in knowing he is in Gods loving arms.

    Reply
  11. Alison and Steve Minnich

    June 29, 2016 at 7:30 am

    Our deepest sympathy and especially to Peg, Linda, Sue and Chuck. You are in our thoughts and prayers losing such a huge part of your close knit family.

    Reply
  12. Janet Celek

    June 29, 2016 at 10:32 am

    I wish for you strength to get through the difficult days ahead. May the memories of your husband and father be held in your heart
    To cherish forever.

    Reply
  13. Karin Jessen

    June 29, 2016 at 11:23 am

    Rich and family,

    I am sorry for the loss of your dad. Treasure the memories, celebrate his life, and remember the good times.

    Karin Jessen

    Reply
  14. Tom & Cheryl Kirkwood

    June 29, 2016 at 1:32 pm

    Rich, Laurie, and Family,

    We are sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. Praying that God will comfort you and the family in the days and weeks ahead.

    Reply
  15. Patty

    June 29, 2016 at 2:14 pm

    Peace to the Merrill family:)

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  16. Tim Overmyer

    June 29, 2016 at 4:21 pm

    Another good man heads to heaven..always enjoyed growing up next to Kent and Peg!
    My thoughts and prayers are with all the Merrill Family.

    God Bless!
    Tim Overmyer

    Reply
  17. Tina (Durnwald) DeLaet

    June 30, 2016 at 2:22 am

    Chuck and Peggy,

    So sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing….

    Reply
  18. Margie

    June 30, 2016 at 12:54 pm

    Rich and families—His soul is in a peaceful place with those who’ve gone before him. Condolences to you and yours. RIP.
    Moj

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  19. Brian Gleckler

    July 1, 2016 at 5:24 pm

    Rich and family,

    My deepest sympathy goes out to you over the loss of your dad.

    Reply
  20. Amy Michael Leadford

    July 2, 2016 at 11:49 am

    Chuck, so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. God Bless all in your family.

    Reply

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