HERRIN, Illinois
HERRIN - Justin Ray Merritt, 17, of Herrin, died tragically at 7:20 p.m. Sunday, May 13, 2007, at South Sandusky Beach at Rend Lake. Justin was born Sept. 13, 1989, in Carbondale to Byron Merritt and Sharon (Whitaker) Owens. Mr. Merritt worked the last five months in production at Hardee's in...
Read MoreI would just like to wish your family the best.Justin took up for me nonstop. and it killed me to here this. I loved him very much and will pray for him and you guys (the family) to no end.i just wish i had been there a little longer to see him.
stephany baxter
June 04, 2007 | Assumption (herrin), IL
im sorry that this tragic accident had to happen. justin was a great friend and he will be missed every day. my prayers are with the family.
cindy and gene jones
May 20, 2007 | Herrin, IL
Hey I'm so sorry to hear about Justin he was just at our house the day before the accident.We didnt know Justin very well but he was well liked by our daughter Renee who thought of him as her best friend.Our prayers are with you may Jehova bless you and your family through these tragic times.
Delano & Ramona Taylor
May 17, 2007 | Harrisburg, IL
Hey guys! Member me? Of course. Well I just wanted to say I am so sorry. I couldnt even begin to imagine what you are going through. I remeber Justin from when we were young and he was a great kid. Im sure he will be missed greatly.
Talon Cain
May 17, 2007 | Bushnell, IL
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Jerry & Peggy Coulter
May 16, 2007 | Marissa, IL
justin was amazing funny sweet and kind hearted usually. he always had my back. i dont see why he had to go so early...he promised he would never leave, but never say never cuz what you're saying never too always usually ends up coming true. i might not of loved him as a b/f anymore but i did love him very much as a friend. i hope he's happy now.
jordan serati
May 15, 2007 | Herrin, IL
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I don't know you but; I do know the pain of loseing a son. My deepest sympathy.
Karen Boner
May 15, 2007 | Goreville, IL
justin was an amazing guy and will be greatly miss... i've known justin since 8th grade.. he could make anyone laught he was funny and out going and this world will not be the same with out him... he will be greatly missed!!!!
Heather Williams
Heather Williams
May 15, 2007 | Herrin, IL
I dont know you, but I am praying for you and the family as this will be one of the hardest times of your life. Remember God has a plan for everyone and for whatever reason he needs Justin with him. My heart and prayers truely go out to you and your family. God bless you all Shannon
Shannon Leding
May 15, 2007 | Carbondale, IL
