Merrill Mellott Jr.

I knew Mellott Jr, Merrill Hopson "Sonny" from elementary school, HS, College, and as a Pastor. I played HS football with him. I was Center and he was Right Guard. Yes, he started early playing in the 6th Grade. I knew his Father, Mother and two sisters. HE ALWAYS SAID, i WILL BE A PREACHER. I would say, Dream On, Dream On! He did and it happened like he said. See Sonny in pic below with several of his Classmates at Ann & Tony's Res. He is in front row in Blue Shirt. Just 3 of left today.

Merrill, I recall YOU from the 4th grade and later we played together on the Line for West Jeff Football. YOU played just like You preached, You put your Heart & Soul into it. Now, your work has just begun.

I am sad to hear that Merrill has passed away but so happy for the joy he is experiencing. Merrill was my parents pastor at St Mark. He came to my alpaca farm in Huber Heights and blessed our animals. My parents were Jack and Marlene Gilmartin. Both have passed away now. I will always have fond memories of Merrill. God bless his family.

Merrill will always live in my heart. Thank you Jesus for providing me the opportunity to know this man.

Merrill was a wonderful man. In many ways like a father. He devoted himself to service so generously and with humor. He was a joy to my whole family. He will be greatly missed.

This was a great man who helped save my life. I'm sure he's resting now. Nearly his entire adult life was centered in service. We used to stay up until midnight talking about theology, life, and he's helped form my perspective with regards to this world. I will miss him sorely. I love you and RIP Mr. Merrill

What a wonderful man. I'm blessed to have had him as my friend. Deepest sympathy to the family.