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Merrill STEVENS Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 25, 2014.


News Death Notice

STEVENS, Merrill J. 81 of Dayton, passed away Friday, February 21, 2014. Merrill is survived by his beloved wife of 56 years Vivian (Strunks) Stevens, their four children and spouses Cheryl Mumaw of Raymond, OH, Elizabeth "Beth" Langford of Vandalia, Scott A. and Cynthia Stevens of Dayton, Daron J. and Lisa Stevens of New Carlisle. Also surviving are 10 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren; step-sisters Joanne and Eileen, several nieces nephews and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents Don W. and Elizabeth C. (Hoffman) Stevens, one brother Bill Stevens. Merrill was a US Air Force Veteran serving during the Korean Conflict, he was retired from DESC and WPAFB after 35 years of service. He enjoyed hunting and especially fishing. There will be a Gathering of Family and Friends at the TOBIAS FUNERAL HOME ENGLEWOOD CHAPEL, 675 West Wenger Road, Thursday, February 27 from 5 - 8 pm. A Celebration of Merrill's life will be Friday, February 28 at 11 am. Burial will follow in Polk Grove Cemetery. Messages of sympathy and support to his family at: www.tobiasfuneralhome.com

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March 6, 2014

Randy Wallace

Merrill taught me how to play Bingo Bango Bongo on the golf course. I left the course quite a bit light in the wallet that day. Rest in Peace.

March 1, 2014

Beth, please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of your father. I pray for God's peace and comfort for you and your entire family during this very sad time. Thanks for your service to the Stillwater Food Pantry families.
Sincerely,
Joy Palmer (Vandalia)

February 27, 2014

Deborah Mancha

I am so sorry for your loss my prayers are with you.

February 25, 2014

Vickie Williams

Beth - I am so sorry to hear of your father's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family at this most difficult time. Remember all the good times to comfort you now.

February 23, 2014

Kathleen Chavis

To the Stevens Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Merrill. Please know that all of you are in our Thoughts and Prayers
Kathleen (Crothers) and Louie Chavis

February 23, 2014

Scelese Gooslin-Swinderman

We are so very sorry to hear about this passing. Our hearts, thoughts, and prayers are surely with you...especially my dearest friend Daron and his family. We love you. Scelese, Hilda & Heath.

February 23, 2014

Bob Tate

I'm sorry sorry for your loss. Dad was a great man and he will be missed by many. Hugs and Love to all.

February 22, 2014

Rodney Phillips

My thought and prayers are with you all.

February 22, 2014

Ruth Magness

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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