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Merlin Barkdull

Fairbanks, Alaska

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Fairbanks, Alaska
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American Cancer Society

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Merlin Barkdull died peacefully on July 22, 2009. He was 80 years old at the time of his death.

He was born Oct. 1, 1928, in Shelley, Idaho, to Lester and Mabel (Jones) Barkdull.

Merlin grew up in Idaho and attended Shoshone High School where he played football and boxed. He...

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To John and Teri:

My sincerest condolences in the loss of Merlin.

July 31, 2009

To all of the family and friends of Uncle Merlin, my deepest regrets for the passing of this dear man. I am the grandaughter of Asel Barkdull Brodt and daughter of Barbara B Thomas. Uncle Merlin & Melvin lived with us for a short time when I was a baby, just before they jopined the Navy. Charles Brodt is my Uncle and the three of them could educate and entertain us at every family gathering. Along with Grandpa Brodt, I think the four of them could fix or build...

I offer my sincerest condolences. I never knew Uncle Merlin and I know I missed a great man. He is now with the Lord and all who have passed before. God Bless.

Jackie and Family,
So sorry about your Dad's passing. The service was beautiful and your Dad would be proud of all of you. Thanks for sharing such personal stories about him with us. Now he is happy with your mom. Love, Mari and Dan

I offer my sincerest condolences to the Barkdull family. Your father was a very dear man, a joy to be considered his friend. He now joins his dear Kathy in heaven, may they bowl forever together!

Larry & I are very sorry for your loss. May you all take comfort in knowing that your precious Dad, Grandfather, Great Grandfather & Great Great Grandfather has once again joined your Mom in heaven & that they are with you always, in you heart & all of your "special memories."
We have our memories of how gentle, soft spoken & caring he was.
If you need us for anything please let us know. Take care & bless you all.