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Joseph Merck Obituary

Merck, Joseph Allen
38, of MESA, AZ went to heaven on September 25, 2014 after a long fight against cancer. He was born on January 25, 1976 in San Antonio, TX but spent most of his life in the phoenix area. Joe attended McClintock High School and later became an electrical foreman for Delta Diversified. His determination, courage, and strength were an inspiration to everyone who knew him and he will be missed by us all. He is survived by his mother Gloria Merck, brother John Merck, sister Kimberly Proctor, brother-in-law Freddie Proctor, and the joys of his life - his nephews Anson and Aden Proctor. Memorial services will be held at the Tempe of the Nazarene Church 3929 S. Rural Road, Tempe, AZ on Saturday November 1, 2014 at 2:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers please make donations in his memory to Hospice of the Valley or the American Cancer Society.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Oct. 25, 2014.

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