Name: Visitation for George Leslie Merrill
Start: 2020-03-06T20:00:00.000Z
End: 2020-03-07T00:00:00.000Z
Location: Dolan Funeral Home - North Chelmsford

of North Chelmsford, MA

Mr. George Leslie Merrill of North Chelmsford, MA died Tuesday March 3, 2020 at Lowell General Hospital after a short illness surrounded by his loving family.

He was married to Mrs. Patricia Ann (Toms) Merrill with whom he would have celebrated their 67th wedding anniversary on May 9, 2020.

Born in Lowell, MA on October 9, 1929, he was the son of the late John L. and Grace E. (Robinson) Merrill. He was a graduate of Chelmsford High School with the class of 1947, and also attended the Lowell Textile Institute.

He served with the U.S. Air Force as a navigator during the Korean War and the Vietnam War, Mr. Merrill retired with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel from the Air Force in 1981.

He was employed over the years with Raytheon in Andover, LeMasurier Granite of North Chelmsford, and Laughton's Gardens also in North Chelmsford.

He was a member and Chairman of the board of the finance committee of the Congregational Church in North Chelmsford.

He was a member of Chelmsford Historic Commission, Gideons International, and AFNOA Air Force Navigator Observer Assoc. George also represented precinct #2 at the Town of Chelmsford town meetings.

Besides his wife he is survived by two sons, Leslie W. and his wife, Lynda (Young) Merrill of N. Chelmsford, Jeffrey D. Merrill of N. Chelmsford, two daughters, Lynn M. Paulovicks of New Fairfield, CT, Judy A. Metz of N. Chelmsford, a brother, Russell W. and his wife, Beverly Merrill of Chelmsford, a sister, Grace E. Jones of Fallon, NV, seven grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews and close friends.

He was the brother of the late David Merrill of Salt Lake City, UT.

MERRILL

George L. Merrill of N. Chelmsford, MA died March 3, 2020. Visiting hours Fri. from 3 to 7 PM at the DOLAN FUNERAL HOME, 106 MIDDLESEX ST., CHELMSFORD. Funeral Service will be Sat. at 10am at the Congregational Church in North Chelmsford. Burial in Fairview Cemetery in N. Chelmsford, MA. Memorials may be made in his name to the N. Chelmsford Congregational Church on 15 Princeton St., N. Chelmsford, MA 01863 or the Merrimack Valley Camp Gideons International, P.O. Box 1172, Westford, MA 01886-1172. ARRANGEMENTS BY DOLAN FUNERAL HOME 978-251-4041. Guestbook at www.dolanfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Lowell Sun on Mar. 5, 2020.

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March 10, 2020

I lived next to the Merrills on Dunstable Road may many years ago. I remember his garden and the chicken coop--and him walking me home to my mother anytime I got to close to either of them. I also remember when he put a brick area outside of his back door. he had me keep walking on it to pack things down. I was probably eight years old. Although I was young, I admired him. No nonesense, hardworking, patriotic and a role model.I haven't seen him in 50 years-he made and impression. Always tough to lose the good guys.

Attorney Chris Tremblay

Grace (Knight)Zukowski

March 6, 2020

My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends. George was a good neighbor, and
great Dad. I grew up across the street and baby sat for George and Pat. I recall how George
would plow the snow off the pond, so all the kids could ice skate. A truly kind and generous
person. Rest in Peace, George.

Charlie Dunn

March 5, 2020

Deepest sympathies to Judy and Les. So sorry for your loss. Your father was a man of great stature,admiration and respect. always so supportive at your athletic events during your school years.An individual that will be missed.

MARLENE cote

March 5, 2020

So sad about George's passing. Town meeting will never be the same. My deepest sympathies to his family.

John and Bonnie Wilder

March 5, 2020

Chelmsford has lost a precious gem. George lived every day as a lover of Chelmsford. He will be sorely missed. Our heartfelt thanks for his Military service; his service to the town and Church. To his family: thanks for sharing George over the years with the rest of us. May he rest in Peace in his beloved North Chelmsford.

March 5, 2020

We will always remember George in his BIG CAMP CHAIR at the
The Hershey auto show and flea market.
Celebrating his birthday with a cupcake,sharing stories with older men that also had served.
Always busy tinkering and helping others that needed tools ,help or advice.
His trailer was a rolling workshop it seemed.
And selling peanuts...he was very good at that !

And George always knew that at 8:00 am the National Anthem would be played and would stand proud. A true patriot and good man.
George, we salute you .
John and Erin Matthews.

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