Gene R. Merlenbach

I met Gene thru Frankie, 20 yrs ago. He later became best man at our wedding. He became my friend as well as Frankie's. His talents were many. He recently carved a bird sculptor for me.He had such a deep & captivating voice. His visits & phone calls were enjoyable. The phone at our house was silenced this week.{no calls from Gene}.
Life ended for our dear friend. He will always be remembered.
Madge

He was my childhood hero.
He was my mentor for many things that I love to do today.
He was someone that I could always count on.
He was a true friend for the past 45 years of my life.
He was a good & decent man.
He will be thought of,and missed everyday for the rest of my life.
Goodby for now.
Frankie

Only found out today, Monday. So Sorry for the lost of a dear buddy and friend. Worked with him for years in the detective division. The pawn shops have already contacted me to express their sorry also. So long good friend.

Bill Shuman

I enjoyed working with Gene over the years. A real good friend. I will keep the Merlenbach family in my prayers.

To Gene's family, our prayers are with you. Detective Merlenbach was
a great police officer and a gentleman who always had a smile and kind word. We will miss him.
We worked together for several years
and he was always there for you.

Captain Kenneth E. Jenkins, Retired Richmond Police Department.

My condolences to the family and friends of "Jitterbug." May the memories and good times be always remembered. I knew Gene through working in the court and found him to be a gentleman and always having a smile and kind word.