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Rev. Daniel B. Merrick Jr.

Daniel Merrick Obituary

The Rev. Daniel B. Merrick, Jr., 78, of Raymore, died Nov. 11, 2004. His family and friends will be celebrating his life at Raymore Christian Church on Monday, Nov. 15, at 7 p.m. Daniel was born on April 29, 1926, to Grace (Coffman) and Daniel B. Merrick, Sr. He married Dagmar Gustafson in 1952. He will be greatly missed by his wife, one brother, three children, nine grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, friends and colleagues. Memorials may be made to the "Merrick Scholarship Fund" of Phillips Theological Seminary, to Raymore Christian Church, or to the Fellowship of John (Foxwood Springs, Raymore). (Arrangements: Cullen Funeral Home, Raymore, MO)

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Published by Kansas City Star on Nov. 13, 2004.

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Beth Cooper

November 26, 2004

Dagmar, so sorry to hear about Dan's going home to be with Jesus. I so enjoyed working with him at RCC. You and your family will be in my prayers. May the Lord just surround you in his arms and give you strength.



God be with you now and always.



Beth Cooper

Former Secretary of RCC

Nancy Gustafson

November 23, 2004

Dear Aunt Dagmar,

Please accept my condolences at Dan's passing. I was proud to have as an uncle a man of such virtues and accomplishments. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Much love-

Linda Williams

November 18, 2004

To our friends and family,

Thanks to all of you for your wonderful support. You have held us up in your thoughts and prayers and we are very grateful.

Linda (Merrick) Williams

John & Merri Sigler

November 13, 2004

Dear Aunt Dagmar and family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. He is now walking in glory.

Love, Merri, Jack, Amanda and Bob

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