John David Merrill

To all the family John loved Bev, he loved his children, grandchildren and his great children. Leroy and I meet John & Bev when they moved to The Greens in Bakersfield from Visalia at a dinner party held at The Greens clubhouse. We became fast friends sharing meals, stories, a memorable road trip to Sedona in the snow. When we finally arrived safely, John told us "I need a whiskey". I think we all did! But it was a wonderful trip and fun.. When I lost leroy last December he told me how much...

Dear Bev, Sue, Dave and Judy, Don and I were so sorry to hear of your loss. We got to know John when he came to Kirkwood to visit Judy. I´ll always remember him as a sharp dresser, vibrant and tanned, and such a handsome man. It was clear he loved his family and adored his wife. Some of Judy´s childhood stories of life with John always made us laugh! We´re happy we got to know him. Sending out sincerest sympathies for the hole he leaves. Love from Kelly and Don Anderson

Love you Grandpa. Rest easy

Grandpa, we will miss you! So happy that Hunter, Andrew, Lillian and I were able to share time with you recently in Bakersfield where we were able to talk and laugh. Lillian and Andrew were so thrilled with the gifts that you gave them...a purse for Lillian and a vintage Stetson hat for Andrew! I will never forget when I went out to lunch with you and Grandma as a little girl and ate the entire plate of spaghetti and meatballs when you were convinced there was no way I could do it. You were...