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Charlie T. Merry, Jr. died August 25, 2025. He was born March 28, 1951 in Daytona Beach, Florida. A resident of Okeechobee since 1985, he was a member of the VFW. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping, and spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Mr. Merry was preceded in death by his wife, Diane Merry; mother, Dora West; and father, Charlie Merry.
He is survived by his daughters, Evadean Lydecker, Angel Merry, and Jessie Merry; grandchildren, Brittney Dailey, Brooke Dailey, Beckie Dailey, and Brandie Dailey; twelve great grandchildren, Brayden Dailey, Laine Mills, Jacob Hickman, Brooklynn Hickman, DJ Taggart, Drako Carter, Bella Carter; brother, James Merry; sisters, Sharon Varnador and Debbie Baker; and many loving family members.
Memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, September 5, 2025 at Buxton Okeechobee Funeral Home.
Those wishing to leave a message of condolence may sign the register book at, www.OkeechobeeFuneralHome.com.
All arrangements are entrusted to the direction and care of the Buxton Okeechobee Funeral Home, 400 North Parrott Avenue, Okeechobee, Florida, 34972.
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Upcoming Events
Sep
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Memorial service
2:00 p.m.
Buxton Okeechobee Funeral Home and Crematory
400 N. Parrott Ave, Okeechobee, FL 34972
Send FlowersServices provided by
Buxton & Bass Okeechobee Funeral Home and Crematory