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Merle Crain Obituary
AGE: 80 • Neptune, formerly of W. Long Branch
Merle J. Crain, 80, passed away Friday, November 4, 2016 at Jersey Shore Medical Center with his family by his side. Born in Niobrara and raised in South Sioux City, NE, he had lived in West Long Branch, NJ for 36 years prior to moving to Neptune 8 years ago.
He was a graduate of the University of South Dakota, worked for Bell Labs in the South Pacific, owned and operated CSDI, a software development company, before working for Mega Pumps in Eatontown. As a hobby, Merle had a deep passion for vintage tools and automobiles as well as computer technology. He was well loved by his family and will be deeply missed.
Predeceased by his brother Robert Crain, he is survived by his beloved wife of 52 years, Jane S. Crain (nee Seitz), three children: Jeffrey T. Crain of Neptune, Gretchen S. Anthony and her husband David of Jupiter, FL and Sarah Anne Carey and her husband Charles Daniel Sr. of Allentown, NJ and three grandchildren: Charles Daniel Jr., Julia Rose and Ava Rae. He is also survived by his sister Mary Hornby of Covington, LA.
Funeral Services will be held at 5 pm Tuesday, November 8 at the Peppler Funeral Home, 114 S. Main St, Allentown, NJ. Friends may call Tuesday afternoon from 3 pm until time of service at the funeral home. Inurnment will be private and at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in honor of Merle to the Youth Center at the Allentown Presbyterian Church, 20 High St, Allentown, NJ 08501.
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Michael, Heather, Conner & Jackson Crain
November 8, 2016
Aunt Jane and family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. We will remember and cherish the fun time we shared during our family visit this last summer. Rest In Peace Uncle Merle.
November 7, 2016
I am so sorry for your lost. May you find comfort in the God of all comfort because he cares for you. 1Peter 5:6-7.
Leon & Beth Gentrup
November 7, 2016
Prayers for Merle & the family! May God grant him eternal rest. He was a very special Uncle to me & will always have a special place in my heart.
Brad & JoNell Crain
November 6, 2016
Aunt Jane and family:
We are saddened by Uncle Merle's passing and are upholding you in our thoughts and prayers. I remember all the great times we shared during our visits and how hospitable Merle and you always were. He will be missed by many.
God bless,
The Uster Family
November 6, 2016
We're so deeply sorry for your loss Mrs. Crain, may God bless you and give you comfort. We're Praying for your family❤
Rest In Peace, Mr. Crain
Love,
Abe, Christine, Nicholas & Jenna Uster
Marcia Crain
November 6, 2016
My thoughts and prayers to this beloved family. Merle was a super brother-in-law to me always. He and his brother shared so much love and experiences and now they are in their eternal home together. We all have to be blessed with their lives with us. Be strong Jane and the Lord will be with you always-love and trust Him.
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