LITTLETON - Winston H. "Win" Merrill, 94, of Littleton, died Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2019, in Morrison Nursing Home, Whitefield.

Born on July 3, 1925, he was the son of H. Hubert and Marie Huntoon Merrill, who predeceased him along with his sister, Gertrude Merrill Libbey.

He was known for his quick-witted Yankee humor, his vast knowledge of local history, his positive attitude, and his always present smile.

Win attended St. Rose of Lima School. In 1943, he graduated from Littleton High School.

While in school he worked part time as a clerk in the Outlet Store and also worked at Merrill family farm raising poultry and vegetable gardening and many other chores. Later in life, he worked as a clerk at the Littleton Hardware, Magoon's Grocery, Village Green and then 30 years at the Littleton Post Office before retiring.

On Oct. 19, 1946, he married Beverly J. White of North Haverhill, and they had four children, Donald, Roger, Dianne, and David. Shortly after 40 years of marriage Beverly died in June of 1987. Then a few years later he married Bessie R. Simonds and they spent many happy years traveling to Arizona in the winter months before her death in February 2013.

While in Arizona, Win played senior softball and was on winning shuffleboard teams, and hiking was another great pastime. He also served as president of the NARFE chapter in Mesa, Ariz. Win and Ray Little started the senior softball back in Littleton with good times had by all.

He belonged to the Grange for more than 75 years, White Mountain then Pine Grove serving in many offices and also Subordinate and Pomona Deputy in the State Grange. He also was in the Knights of Columbus, Past Grand Knight and a State Deputy. He belonged to the Knights for more than 70 years. During this same time he organized the Profile stamp club and was a member of the Littleton Historical Society Museum and Senior Center.

Family members include his sons, Donald J. (Sue) Merrill, Roger E. Merrill, and David W. (Cheryl) Merrill, all of Littleton; his daughter, Dianne M. (Paul) Castello of Bath; his stepson, Mark (Peg) Simonds of Rutherford N.C.; 10 grandchildren, Peter, Christina, Melissa, Ashley, Amanda, James, Cassie, Kadi, Joanna, and Joshua; 12 great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews.

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SERVICES: There are no calling hours.

Funeral services are planned for Saturday, Oct. 26, at 10:30 a.m. from St. Rose of Lima Church, Littleton, with Very Rev. Mark E. Dollard officiating. Burial will follow in Glenwood Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Littleton Senior Center; Littleton Historical Society; or the charity of one's choice.

Ross Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Please visit www.rossfuneral.com to offer condolences.

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Published by Union Leader on Oct. 18, 2019.

Memories and Condolences
for Winston Merrill

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Eden Haywood-Bird

October 21, 2019

Although our time in Littleton was relatively brief, our family has so many wonderful memories of Mr. Merrill, particularly his driving up and Reidy Way in his Gator. He always had a smile and kind word for the children when they were outside playing, and kept a watchful eye out. I will never forget the grand entrance he made to our first road BBQ in 2014, driving up and over the lawn and into the backyard, and then taking children on rides around our small neighborhood. We feel honored to have called him neighbor for those four years.

Megan Daniels

October 21, 2019

Roger, Ashley, Amanda, and James, I'm very sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts are with you all during this sad time.

Meg Trafton

October 18, 2019

Mr. Merrill was such a sweet, gentle man. He is one of those special people who will be missed by many.

October 17, 2019

Please accept my heartfelt condolences for your loss. May your treasured memories of Winston always fill your heart with love and peace

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