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Timothy R. Merrill

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Timothy R. Merrill, 68, of Fremont, OH passed away at home, surrounded by his family, on Sunday, November 1, 2020.  He was born on December 29, 1951 in Fremont, the son of Rita (Lehman) White.

Tim married Linda Kreilick on December 15, 2001 in Fremont and she survives.  He was a maintenance supervisor with Fremont City Schools and retired after many years of service.  Tim was an avid supporter of the Fremont Speedway where he owned car 39 and sold programs since he was twelve years old.  He was a friend of Bill’s for thirty years.  Tim was also a charter captain.  He loved watching his children and grandchildren’s sports events and loved spending time with his family.

Tim is survived by his wife of nineteen years, Linda Merrill, Fremont, OH; children, Kelli (Kevin) Miller, Melany Merrill, Matt (Michelle) Merrill, Cori (Ben) Eishen, Emili (Jeremy) Mick, all of Fremont, OH and Nicholas Kreilick, Cleveland, OH; twin brothers, Fred (Becky) Merrill of Georgia and Ted (Amy) Merrill, Fremont, OH; brother-in-law, Bruce Longenbach; mother-in-law, Carol Vermillion; sisters-in-law, Connie (Denny) Emrich and Marcella (Bruce) Hickman, all of Fremont, OH; fifteen grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Rita White; siblings, Patrick, Theresa, Sally and Anna “Kathy”.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, November 7, 2020 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Fremont Speedway/Sandusky County Fair Grounds Flower Building.

One last gift that Tim could give was to donate his body to science.

Memorials can be made to Southern Care Hospice

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  1. Joy Martin

    November 1, 2020 at 10:14 pm

    Dear Ted and Fred and families,
    Mike and I send our love and prayers for you both and your families for the loss of your brother Tim. Nothing can prepare you. Know that you are loved and genuinely prayed for.

    In Christ,
    Mike and Joy Martin

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    • Amy Merrill

      November 3, 2020 at 5:44 am

      Thank you Mike & Joy ❤️

      Reply
  2. Steve Klisz

    November 2, 2020 at 5:20 pm

    sorry for your loss.he was a great guy

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  3. Kim Heath

    November 2, 2020 at 9:59 pm

    So sorry for your loss Linda and family you are in my prayers KimHeath(Adams)

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  4. Denise L. Clair

    November 2, 2020 at 10:37 pm

    Dear Linda, family and friends of Tim: It is with deep condolence that I hear of your recent loss, the passing of your beloved TIM. May your heart be lightened in knowing that others are lifting you up in prayer during this time of grief and loss from Tim’s sudden death. RACEs are ON in heaven, Tim! Sending love, hugs and prayers from Melbourne Australia. Denise L. Clair, formerly from Gibsonburg, Ohio. E-mail: dlclair@yahoo.com.

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  5. Kathy Hatcher

    November 2, 2020 at 11:25 pm

    Linda and Family, We are sorry for the loss of your Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great-Grandfather, Brother, Son-In-Law, Brother-In-Law, and Friend. Not every man can hold all of these great titles which shows the love of your family and all of your love for Tim. He knew this love and takes it with him. Be comforted that you will continue to share your love in your hearts. May the peace and comfort that comes from Our Savior be with each of you. He is there to take your burdens…give them to him.
    Our love and prayers,
    John and Kathy Hatcher

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  6. Corey Slater

    November 2, 2020 at 11:48 pm

    So sorry for your loss. Sending love from Michigan! Love, Corey and Erin Slater

    Reply
  7. Gloria and Ray

    November 3, 2020 at 12:01 am

    To Ted and Fred and all family members, accept our condolences for the loss of your brother. Praying for the peace of God to comfort you.

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    • Amy

      November 27, 2020 at 3:11 am

      Thank you ❤️ Ted & Amy

      Reply
  8. Rochelle

    November 3, 2020 at 12:06 am

    Ted and Amy and Family, so sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. All our Love and Prayers to you.
    Ken and Rochelle Peters

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    • Amy

      November 27, 2020 at 3:12 am

      Thank you so ❤️ Ted & Amy

      Reply
  9. Lamar Burkin

    November 3, 2020 at 1:04 am

    Sorry to the family for your loss. Miss him at the track

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  10. Kevin Root

    November 3, 2020 at 3:54 am

    Prayers for all of the families , was a blessing to all who knew him, waiting to rejoice with him in Heaven

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    • Amy

      November 27, 2020 at 3:13 am

      Thank you Kevin! ❤️Ted & Amy

      Reply
  11. Tim & Sonyarae Zyski

    November 3, 2020 at 6:01 am

    Tim was a good man. He was one of my racing friends. Thats where i knew i would see him on every Saturday for 25 years. I’m gonna miss his smiling face around the track.

    Reply
  12. Carolyn Vassar

    November 3, 2020 at 3:38 pm

    Kelli..and Family

    Shocked to hear of your loss..
    Thoughts and Prayers are
    with you.. Love Mama V

    Reply
  13. Beverly Counts (Merrill)

    November 3, 2020 at 6:41 pm

    So sorry to hear of Tim’s passing. Was so glad we got to visit with him and some of the family in August.
    Prayers and fond memories are what we have to remember. May the love of family and friends, near and far, comfort you during these difficult days. Our most heartfelt condolences to you all!

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    • Amy

      November 27, 2020 at 3:15 am

      Thank you Bev! So thankful we were able to get together this summer! ❤️

      Reply
  14. Debra Lehman

    November 3, 2020 at 7:30 pm

    Linda, my thoughts are with you and the rest of the family. Godspeed Tim!

    Reply
  15. Mary & Dave Post

    November 3, 2020 at 7:42 pm

    Prayers and Comfort to all Tim’s Family during this extremely difficult time.

    Reply
  16. Kara Hetrick

    November 5, 2020 at 2:12 am

    Linda and family, I am so sorry for the loss of Tim. My deepest sympathy to all whose lives Tim touched. RIP

    Reply
  17. Nancy & Jim Stout

    November 5, 2020 at 8:43 am

    Linda and family, we were so sorry to hear of Tim’s passing. We will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers. ❤️
    Sincerely,
    Nancy & Jim Stout

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  18. Rudy & Jan Sprenger

    November 5, 2020 at 2:10 pm

    Linda & family
    It is times like this that I struggle to find words to share how so sorry I am to hear of Tim’s passing . Know we are thinking of you and the family and please accept our condolences. God speed TIM !!

    Reply
  19. Bryan &Denise Brubaker and family

    November 5, 2020 at 4:54 pm

    So sorry to hear of your great loss . Praying for your family during this time . What a reunion it will be in heaven !

    Reply
    • Amy

      November 27, 2020 at 3:16 am

      Thank you!❤️

      Reply
  20. Thompson/ Ross Family

    November 6, 2020 at 2:37 am

    Peace and Comfort to your families. Thinking of you all during this difficult time ❤️

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    • Amy

      November 27, 2020 at 3:22 am

      Thank you ❤️

      Reply
  21. Tim & Lydia Sweeney

    November 6, 2020 at 12:15 pm

    We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We will be praying for all of you.

    Sweeney Family

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    • Amy

      November 27, 2020 at 3:23 am

      Tim & Lydia,
      Thank you both so much! We’re praying for you guys! ❤️ Ted & Amy

      Reply
  22. Terry Fox

    November 7, 2020 at 9:00 pm

    Very sorry to hear about Tim. I’ve known him since I was about twelve. Good guy and I know he will be missed by all. Terry Fox

    Reply
  23. Gary Ashton and Katie Huy

    November 7, 2020 at 10:31 pm

    Linda and Family,

    We are so very sorry to hear of Tim’s passing. We remember the good times working with Tim at Eckrich as well as our teenage years cruising State Street in our cars in the 60’s and 70’s. We are so glad that he got to enjoy his recently purchased GTO. Keep Cruisin’ in Heaven, Tim! May God Bless your entire Family.

    Reply
  24. Sharon Kennedy

    December 5, 2020 at 5:08 pm

    So sad to hear of Tim’s passing. He lived across the street for years. Sorry kids..

    Reply
  25. Vicki Alejandro Foreman

    December 5, 2020 at 5:28 pm

    My sincerest condolences to the Merrill family. Tim and Theresa were childhood friends of our family (Alejandro). Rest in Peace

    Reply
  26. Sue Hoffert Alejandro

    February 24, 2021 at 10:18 pm

    I am so very sorry for your loss of Tim. God took another Angel home! I knew Tim since around 1967. He was a great guy. Prayers for all of you!

    Sue Hoffert Alejandro

    Reply

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