Jack R. Merrick

Jack was born on May 7, 1921 and passed away on Thursday, October 18, 2018. Jack was a resident of Gainesville, Texas at the time of passing. He graduated from Newsome Dougherty Memorial High School (GHS) in 1938, attended Gainesville Texas Junior College (NCTC), and the University of Texas at Austin. He served as a glider pilot during World War II with the US Army Air Forces and was assigned to the 84 TC Squadron of the 437th Troup Carrier Group. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to: First United Methodist Church Music Fund, 214 S Denton St, Gainesville, TX 76240; or Silent Wings Museum, 6202 N Interstate 27, Lubbock, TX 79403. Monday, October 22, 2018 2:00 PM First United Methodist Church 214 S. Denton St. Gainesville, Texas 76240 Monday, October 22, 2018 3:00 PM Fairview Cemetery 710 Fair Ave Gainesville, TX 76240.