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Richard Merrow Obituary
BENNINGTON Richard J. Merrow, 74, a former resident of Bennington, VT and more recently of Cambridge, New York where he resided with his daughter and son in law Rhonda and Ray Hoyt died Sunday March 2, 2014 at the Southwestern Vermont Medical Center in Bennington, VT.Survivors include three daughters, April Forrest (Kevin) of Rutland, VT, Rhonda Hoyt (Ray) of Cambridge, NY and Richelle Jasso of Tucson, Arizona. Four grandchildren, Jared Forrest and Shawna Barrier of Rutland, Nicholas Lacy and Tessa Jasso of Tucson; A great grandson, Trenton Hill of Rutland. Four brothers, Ted Merrow of Manchester, CT, Ron Merrow and Terry Merrow of Bennington and Pearl Merrow of Enfield, CT. Two sisters, Sheri Mott of Kingman Arizona and Candy Monihan of Florida.. His former wife and good friend, Vivian Whitman Seidler of Pownal, VT and many nieces, nephews and cousins. A celebration of Dick's life will be held in the spring at a time to be announced. Memorial donations in Richard Merrow's memory may be made to the Mahar & Son Funeral Home at 628 Main Street, Bennington, VT 05201 to help defray funeral costs. The family would invite all friends and family to read the full obituary on the Mahar and Son Funeral Home Website. www.maharandsonfuneralhome.net. Please feel free to offer your condolences and stories on the website.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Merrow
John Ransom
March 23, 2014
Aunt Viv, April, Rhonda, and Rikki. so sorry for your loss. Uncle Dick will be missed by all who were lucky to know him. Hope to see you all this spring.
Love to all of you.
John, Lisa, Nick, and Jesse
William,Shannon & Madeleine Ransom
March 15, 2014
Rhonda, Apirl and Rikki,so sorry to hear about Uncle Dick. He will be missed. The best thing is he isn't in anymore pain now. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
March 8, 2014
Sunday, March 08.2014 April,Rhonda an Richelle, I"am very sorry for your loss. Dick is in a better place now with no more suffering you will all be with him again someday. RIP Dick. Uncle Al Silverton, Oregon
Stephanie & Richard LaBeau
March 8, 2014
What fond memories we have of you.... you were a big part of Stacie's life as well as ours. All our camping and fishing adventures.... thanks for the memories... you will live on in our hearts....
Aloma and Bruce Clark
March 7, 2014
Dear April, Rhonda and Rikki,
We are so sad for all of you. Your Dad was a wonderful man and loved by so many
He was always special to me and my 3 kids. We all have so many wonderful memories of the times we all shared. When I was down and out, your parents were there for me and my family. You ALL are very special to us. We have all lost a great guy, but I am glad he is not suffering anymore. And Viv, I am so sad for your loss, also. You and Dick were both so good, even through all you both went through. Dick loved you forever. As we do him. Love you all.
Stephen Ransom
March 7, 2014
Cousins April, Rhonda, and Ricky- so sorry to hear about Uncle Dick. We know what you guys are going through. Our hearts and thoughts are with you. Uncle Dick was a great guy and will be greatly missed. Can't wait to see you guys in the spring.
Love Stephen, Lynne, Lauren, and Jordyn Ransom
Linda Magazu
March 7, 2014
Rhonda, sorry to hear about your father. Be greatful for the time you had with him even though its never enough. Thinking of you.
March 7, 2014
Aunt Vivian, April, Rhonda, and Rikki,
We are deeply saddened to hear of uncle Dicks passing. We will always have fond memories of our times spent with him and all of you. Your family always had room in your hearts and home for us. Thank you for all the times you were there for us.
Love,
Terry, Erin, Taylor, and Paige
March 6, 2014
///R.I.P. Dick. We will all miss you so much.
Love,
Viv
March 6, 2014
Dear Richelle and family, you are in our thoughts and prayers...so sorry to hear about your loss. May the Holy Spirit give you comfort during this time and answer all your prayers, love the Orta family.
Amy Hansen
March 6, 2014
Dear Rhonda, April, Richelle and Vivian ~ I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your dad/Richard. I have fond memories of him and know he will be missed very much by all of you. Rhonda ~ you took very good care of your dad over the last several years, he was very fortunate to have you to help in making his life more enjoyable. Although this is never easy, hold on to those fond memories and let them bring peace to you during this time of sorrow.
~Take Care~
Love,
Amy Hansen
March 6, 2014
Dear Rhonda, April, Richelle and Vivian ~ I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I have fond memories of your dad/Richard and know he will be very missed by all of you. Rhonda, you took very good care of your dad during the last several years ~ he was very fortunate to have you. I know a time like this is never easy but carry those fond memories with you forever. I am thinking of all of you and wish you peace during this very difficult time.
~Take Care~
Love, Amy Hansen
Penny Ledlie
March 6, 2014
Im so sorry for your loss April,Rhonda,Richelle and the rest of the family my thoughts and prayers are with. Uncle Dick will be sorely missed and always loved!!
Gillian Wilson
March 6, 2014
To the family of Richard Merrow. So sorry to hear of your loss.
thomas w frost sr
March 6, 2014
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Melissa Lavrisa
March 5, 2014
Darling Richelle,
Tyler and I are so very sorry to hear of the loss of your loving, kind father. There are no words of comfort for you right now, but I promise you he hears and sees everything you feel, all the tears you cry he gathers, and feels your sorrow. May your father rest now among God's Angels. Know you are loved so very much. We love you, Melissa & Tyler Lavrisa
Jennifer Graham
March 5, 2014
R.I.P. Uncle Dick I have always loved you and always will. Some of my best and favorite memories are with you. Love you always....Jen
SHERRY MOTT
March 5, 2014
WELL BIG BROTHER YOU ARE GOING TO BE MISSED BY SO MANY, BUT YOU LEAVE USE WITH SOME WONDERFUL MEMORIES.GONE BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN YOU'LL ALWAYS LIVE IN MY HEART.. YOUR LOVING SISTER,SHERRY
Rhonda Hoyt
March 5, 2014
I love you Dad so much. I can't believe your gone. I miss you more then my heart can handle and I love you with all my heart and soul. I want you back here with us with all my might but I have to trust that God had a purpose for you up in heaven. Your pain and struggles are over Dad and for that it is a blessing. I know your up there in heaven hanging with all our loved ones that have passed before us. RIP Popsi. You are our angel now as you were our hero in life. I love you more then you'll ever know and I know your doing just fine.
Thank you Lord...take good care of our Dad til we can all be together again.
Always and forever loving you Dad
Your Daughter Rhonda
BONNIE TEMPLETON
March 5, 2014
I'M SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS RICHELLE. I KNOW HOW FOND YOU WERE OF, AND HOW MUCH YOU LOVED YOUR DAD. I'M ALSO GLAD YOU HAVE SUCH BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES, TO CARRY YOU THROUGH.
James Ransom
March 5, 2014
Hi April Ronda and Rickie i am so sorry to hear about uncle Dick He will be sorely missed.My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Richelle Jasso
March 5, 2014
You are gone but you will never be forgotten and my love and respect for you will be with me forever. You taught me so many things in my life and one is to be strong and tough and endure and I am, just like you. I am so thankful God gave us 49yrs together and I wouldn't change a thing. I know you are at peace and with all the loved ones who went before us. I love you Daddy and I won't say Good bye but so long for now because I know I will see you again one day. We love you with all our hearts, your daughter and grandchildren, Richelle, Nick and Tess Oxox
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