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Harry James Merritt

1975 - 2019

BORN

1975

DIED

2019

FUNERAL HOME

Strange & Weaver Funeral Service

171 Deer Creek Rd

Morrisdale, Pennsylvania

Harry Merritt Obituary

LANSE - Harry James Merritt, 44, of Lanse, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2019, at his residence.

Born April 2, 1975 in Philipsburg, he was the son of Harry Elwood and Patricia Louise (Ostrosky) Merritt, who survive in Lanse.

Also surviving are his wife, Sara (Weaver) Merritt; his siblings, Debbi Kirk and husband Stew, Newport; Billie Jo Moslak and husband Jim, Morrisdale; Sandi Amato and husband Tony, Lecontes Mills; his nieces and nephews, Kristen Kirk, Jimmy Moslak, Stewart Kirk, Ryenne Burns and seven great-nieces and great-nephews.

Harry was a 1993 graduate of West Branch Area High School. He worked for Stahl Sheaffer Engineering, LLC, State College. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge 391 F & A.M., Philipsburg; Philipsburg Elks Lodge 1173. He loved his family and friends, hunting, fishing, outdoors and carpentry.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2019 at the Winburne Presbyterian Church, Winburne at 11 a.m. with lay minister Gary Jewart officiating.

Burial will be at Kylertown Presbyterian Cemetery, Kylertown, at a later date.

Family suggests memorial contributions be made to Winburne Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 397, Winburne, PA 16879.

Strange & Weaver Funeral Service, Morrisdale, is in charge of the arrangements.

Published by The Progress from Sep. 2 to Sep. 3, 2019.
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I still can't believe it's real! Harry was one of a kind and no one compares. My heart hurts so bad for you. I pray you find some comfort knowing he was so loved. He always had the right words (I can still hear his voice) and best hugs and his smile sure lit the room.. He will forever be loved and missed!

Niki Eckberg

September 6, 2019

Dearest Merritt family,
My heart is heavy with sadness for your family. Little Harry was the cutest little boy. I wish I had the priveledge of knowing him as an adult. Reading all of these tributes to him and to the family, he grew up to be quit a young man. Handsome, funny, kind, and a heart of gold. I wouldn't have thought any differently given his parents and sisters' he was blessed with. Beautiful family. There are no words to take away your pain. I pray God gives you the peace and comfort you will need to get through each day going forward. I love and miss you all. You will forever be my neighbors and friends no matter where we live.

Elaine Pulcini-Maraia

September 5, 2019

Dear Merritt Family,


Hoping these words will help you find comfort during this time of sorrow. Harry's personality was larger then life, he was always so very kind and he always had a smile on his face. I'll miss him.

April Croyle

September 4, 2019

I am sorry for all the family. Harry was a wonder person. I loved that guy. He was such a great person. I am just thankful of the time we had with this great person. He will never be forgotten. Thank you for having a great son that made all of our lives better. Hugs and prayers.

Jim and denise Simcox

Friend

September 4, 2019

Leah Williams

September 4, 2019

Dear Merritt Family 20 plus years ago I worked with Harry at Reich Drill. The moment I met him I knew he was a special person, that smile, sense of humor, that personality. Thru the years our paths have crossed and he was still that person.
He is truly one of a kind. God bless you and keep you and yours now and forever.

Rick Coudriet

September 4, 2019

In memory of my friend Harry. I will always cherish the memories! I'll miss your infectious smile and how you always made me laugh. May your family and friends find comfort in one another during this difficult time. Till we meet again....

Janna Gray (Swisher)

September 4, 2019

So sorry for your loss. Harry was such a great person and will always remember him that way. No matter where you would see him, he always had a smile on his face. My God be with you and your family. Prayers

Leslie (Dixon) Maines

September 3, 2019

Danielle Sporer

September 3, 2019

May the happy memories carry you through this time of bewilderment and find comfort in knowing that Harry is with our Lord.

Matt Stover

September 3, 2019

My thoughts and prayers are with everyone. Each of us have our own memories of Harry. We shall hold onto them, cherish them and carry them with us. He will be deeply missed.

Holly Gunsallus (Lannen)

September 3, 2019

Our Dearst Friend Harry,
We are still in shock and will probably never be able to wrap our brains around this one. There isn't a person we all know, that didn't love you! You will never be forgotten and no story will go untold from anyone who knew you. Saying you will be missed is an understatement. Rest in Peace, we got your six!!!!
Love you always and forever,
Dudak, Billie, and Alexa (a.k.a Shorty)
Deepest sympathies and prayers to all his friends, family, Gary and Sara..

Billie Callahan

September 3, 2019

You were such a great friend and always the entertainment. Camp stories will never be the same. Jim Whitehead

Jim Whitehead

September 3, 2019

My thoughts and heart felt prayers to Harry's family. He was a good friend and co-worker. He will be sorely missed. We are all saddened and shocked of the loss of a truly great person.

David Karp

Friend

September 3, 2019

We are so sorry for your loss. Harry was 1 in a million, he was a great friend and a great neighbor. He will be missed.

Jessica & Mike Larson

September 3, 2019

Harry was a friend to so many people and will be missed terribly by all of us. Thinking of all his family and friends.

Rod and Kim Sample

Friend

September 2, 2019

Patty & Harry please accept my sincere sympathy. I hope you remember me from Winburne and the Presbyterian Church. I will be praying for you & your family. God Bless

Audrey Grace Coble Gurbal Lisik

September 2, 2019

Harry and Patty, my deepest condolences for your family. I will miss him as he was a true friend.

Pete Byron

September 2, 2019

Sending my condolences to the Merritt family. Harry will be remembered as the good man he was. He lit up every room he walked into. Prayers and hugs. Rest In Peace Harry.

Bette Welker

September 2, 2019

Uncle Har, Aunt Pat, Deb, Billie and Sandy l am so, so sorry about the loss of Little Harry. He was a gift from God to you after his sisters were born so many years ago. I always remember his sweet little devilish smile. I pray those memories of him for all of you will be cherished and passed on to those he loved so much. Prayers for strength and Gods love to surround you during this time of sorrow. All my love to each of you.

Pam Hampton

September 2, 2019

I'm praying for all of you. I have no other words to express my sorrow for all of you. God Bless you all and keep you in his care.

Jennifer Lewis

September 2, 2019

My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. May you find comfort, strength and peace that passes all understanding in Christ, during this most difficult time. Prayer and hugs to you all.

Cheryl (Pulcini) LaRock

September 2, 2019

So heartbreaking for all who knew him. He was one of the best! He touched so many lives and his smile was infectious. Deepest condolences to all his family and friends.

Ora Lea

September 2, 2019

I remember you growing up with my son Philip. You affected many lives with love and affection. The loss of a child is devastation for the parents but know that he was loved by others

Cheryl dawson

September 2, 2019

I am so sorry for your loss. Harry is and was a great guy. My heart breaks for you and your family. He always had a way to make anyone smile. My thoughts and prayers to everyone.

Anna Lytle

Friend

September 2, 2019

As is always the case, it is so unfortunate we lose a close friend. Harry and I got to know each other real well through our NASCAR camping trips, enough said! He always had a great attitude with a smile on his face. Jokes were always present and much appreciated. He will be missed and may he rest in peace.

Buck Colyer

September 2, 2019

a loved one

September 2, 2019

My heart is broken. You always called me Mom and I called you my son. I'm still in shock. Harry and Patty I am sending prayers and hugs to you and your family. We sure are going to miss you at Nate and Tina's. Rest in peace my son

Andrea Quick

September 2, 2019

Harry, Pat and family I'm not sure if there are words that can describe how difficult this is to write this to you all. Harry was a dear friend of mine as you well know. I have some terrific memories of us hanging out together and often at your house. I can't thank you enough for treating me like one of your own. I'll never forget your son, he made my life better. I wish for you all the strength to make it through this very difficult time. Love you guys!

Dan Johnson

September 2, 2019

Rebecca Lannen

September 2, 2019

Im so sorry for your loss..Prays for you and the family..
You will be miss harry fly high with the Angeles ..He was there when my son got sick tell Kyle hello for me...xoxo

Christine

September 2, 2019

I was so shocked to hear this news. Pat, Harry and family my heart goes out to you all. You have my deepest sympathies in your loss. There are no words to express how sad I am for you

Susan Kerlin

September 2, 2019

Harry James, you touched this world. You had so very many people love you. You gave the absolute best hugs. Til I see you again. B

September 2, 2019

Dear Pat and Harry and family God Bless you all We are so sorry for your lost Such a wonderful person Harry will be missed . John and Gloria Gilles

September 2, 2019

You were one of the nicest most sincere person I have ever met. You treated me with kindness every time I have ever been around you. I'm truly going to miss you with all of my heart. Rest easy my dear friend.

Dayna Hamm

September 1, 2019

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