Jerry Merryman

Jerry Merryman

Jerry Merryman Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 6, 2019.
Jerry Merryman was one of the inventors of the revolutionary pocket calculator. Merryman, Jack Kilby, and James Van Tassell created the device at Texas Instruments. He retired from the company in 1994. The prototype for their calculator is at the Smithsonian.

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December 12, 2019

God is a God of all Comfort and he will Comfort the family's..My heartfelt sympathies...

Karen Johnson Meacham

March 19, 2019

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. I will always remember Mr. Merryman growing up as our next-door neighbor. He was such a kind man with a great sense of humor. You all are in my prayers. May he rest In peace. Karen Johnson Meacham

David Call

March 12, 2019

My condolences to his friends and family may he rest in peace, and thank him for getting the greatest gift to education, may he rest in peace


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Mary

March 11, 2019

So sorry for your loss.

Joan & Paul Johnson

March 11, 2019

Dear Jerry Merryman Family,

Jerry was my neighbor for many years in Houston, Texas and we valued him so much for his kindness and always pleasant demeanor. He and his family were held with love in our hearts and will be forever. It was comforting to know that he was next door. God keep you Jerry.

Jerry Bokina

March 10, 2019

From a slide rule to the pocket calculator. History in the making

March 10, 2019

Heartfelt condolences to the family. Mr. Merryman will be missed sadly. Keep his memories close at heart. Thoughts and prayers in the days ahead.

March 10, 2019

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

March 9, 2019

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

RDR

March 9, 2019

My condolences to family and friends.
The loss of a loved one is truly devastating, God has promised to remove all things that cause us pain and sufferings.

JJ Jennifer Jones

March 6, 2019

Rest in Peace, Jerry.
Gonna miss you at the beach.

March 8, 2019

Phyllis, Melissa, Kim, and All Family
We are truly saddened to hear about the death of Jerry, and we send our heartfelt condolences to you. The world has certainly lost a talented person. Jerry accomplished much in his life, and he remained a humble person never bragging about his accomplishments. This humility is beautiful and worthy of imitation. We are truly thankful that his inventions helped so many people and have made our lives simpler and easier. Jerry will certainly be missed.

May prayers strengthen you and cherished memories comfort you, and may God comfort your hearts and make you strong and comfort you always. (Psalm 119:76)

R. C.

March 8, 2019

To The Family Of Jerry Merryman
My condolences to the family on the loss of your dear beloved one. May the God of all comfort,comfort you and grant you peace now and in the days ahead.

March 7, 2019

"We don't know what to say except we care for you. we can't understand exactly how you feel, but our heavenly Father does and will continue to comfort you at the right time."

Rene Melendez

March 7, 2019

My condolences to the Merryman family. I understand that Jerry was a very brilliant man and was able to give us the hand held calculator which relieved us from the slide rule. I remember not being allowed to have a calculator in college back in the mid 70's. I have owned many TI-35's and still use my TI-36X. God bless and keep you through this difficult time of loss. We have lost a good man!

Wright

March 7, 2019

To the Merryman family: Thank you for lending your dear love to the world of invention.His invention lives on to help many.Our heartfelt condolences to all.

Lynsey

March 7, 2019

My deepest sympathies to Jerry's family. May the God of all comfort be with you.

March 7, 2019

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Simone

March 7, 2019

Dearest Merryman Family and Friends, I am so very sorry to hear about your loss of Jerry. His contributions to society was practical and made our lives efficient. May God fulfill his promise of binding up the brokenhearted. Isa 61:1

Patricia Price

March 7, 2019

Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your love one Jerry.

March 7, 2019

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. The best thing to do is pray constantly as (1 Thessalonians 5:17) says.

March 7, 2019

Sorry for your loss. May prayer comfort you in your time of distress. 1 Thessalonians 5:17. "Pray constantly."

Walker family

March 7, 2019

To the family of Jerry Merryman.
We dont know what to say except that our hearts go out to you. We cant understand exactly how you feel, but our heavenly father does and will keep raising you up. We hope that our prayers will help a little.

V. Z.

March 7, 2019

Dear Merryman Family and friends:
I am sincerely sorry for the loss of your loved one Jerry. May you find comfort in knowing that God keeps those who pass away in His memory - because they are precious in His eyes.
Thank you for the hand held calculator, which I used daily in my Accounting classes.

March 7, 2019

Dear Family. That was quite an invention. We are sorry for your personal loss. Let the peace of God and your precious memories comfort you.

March 7, 2019

Sorry for your loss. May God of all tender mercy comfort you in your times of sadness.

THC

March 6, 2019

My sincere condolences to the Merryman Family and friends. May the God of Comfort provide the needed support and strength during this difficult time. He is resting in peace. May past memories be fondly remembered.

LF

March 6, 2019

My condolences to the family on the loss of your loved one. May the God of all comfort sustain you during this difficult time and beyond.

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