Fayetteville, North Carolina
Aug 10, 1923 – Mar 10, 2021 (Age 97)
Fayetteville, NC - Kenneth J. (Rock) Merritt, a decorated World War II Paratrooper who achieved a distinguished 35-year career with the United States Army, and visited Franklin County in 2019, died on March 10, 2021, after a recent period of declining health. Rock Merritt was born August 10,...
Read MoreToday we Honor a Hero we can never forget. God Bless ROCK and reflect on the many heroic achevements he achevied.*He was always looking out for the many soldiers that served with him. We will allways remember hIm as a HERO!!.
MARYHUBBS,COL. RET
March 05, 2026 | Friend
The Benavidez-Patterson "All Airborne" Chapter, 82nd Airborne Division Assn. is forever grateful for the honor of your presence during the unveiling of the the Marker honoring your friend, LTC (Ret.) Robert E. "Col. Bob" Chisolm in El Paso, Texas. REST IN PEACE PARATROOPER, YOU HAVE EXPERIENCED YOU "RENDEZVOUS WITH DESTINY"!
JOHN CEBALLOS
March 26, 2021 | Served In Military Together
He was a good buddy to my Dad ( Thomas Broderick) & saved his life in Holland. Rest in peace
Lucy Broderick
March 20, 2021 | Acquaintance
I was pleased to finally meet Rock, after hearing so many stories! My he rest in peace after a very full life very well-lived. Sincere condolences to Dianna and family.
Sandi Harris Graves
March 13, 2021 | Acquaintance
