Ken Merritt Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.
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Joanne Hense
November 3, 2007
Thinking of you, Louise and your family on the anniversary of Ken's return to our promised mansion with God. Be at peace and know you are remembered in prayer for healing and comfort.
John Lohmann
November 16, 2006
Dear Merrit Family,
It is with sorrow that I hear of Ken's death. He was my high school teacher and coach in Pipestone during the mid 50's. He represented everything good about a teacher, coach and mentor on and off the field. I come from a family of nine children and he was always asking me questions about how so many kids could get along. He couldn't believe that the local dairy would weekly deliver 20 gallons of milk and 8 gallons of ice cream to our home. To this day I cannot stand eating ice cream.
Take comfort in knowing this man was a strong inspiration to so many young people.
Plpestone Class of 1957
November 16, 2006
Dear Merrit Family,
It is with sorrow that I hear of Ken's death. He was my high school teacher and coach in Pipestone during the mid 50's. He represented everything good about a teacher, coach and mentor on and off the field. I come from a family of nine children and he was always asking me questions about how so many kids could get along. He couldn't believe that the local dairy would weekly deliver 20 gallons of milk and 8 gallons of ice cream to our home. To this day I cannot stand eating ice cream.
ake comfort in knowing this man was a strong inspiration to so many young people.
Judy and Tom House
November 15, 2006
Louise and family,
We are so sorry to hear of Ken's passing. Please accept our sympathy and prayers during this difficult time.
Fondly,
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Lauren Rasula Klement
November 14, 2006
I remember Mr. Merritt from Hopkins Lindbergh-drivers ed. Thirty two years later, I still remember him. You have my sympathy-he sounded like a wonderful person. I see that I had a lot in common with Ken as in high school, I lived for the outdoors!
What a coincidence that I grew up in Minnetonka/Hopkins and moved to Winthrop in my adult life.
November 10, 2006
So very sorry to hear of your loss. Ken was a great guy. Many memories of getting together with the Erpeldings. Thoughts and prayers go out to you all.
Salty and Danene Slyce, Bonita Springs, Florida.
Duane Falkingham
November 9, 2006
So sorry to learn of Mr. Merritt's passing. I'll always remember him as "Coach" and will carry fond memories of him as my Phy-Ed, Biology, and Drivers Ed teacher and my basketball coach at Winthrop H.S. He was one of my favorites. My deepest sympathy to Louise and the family.
Sue Hanson
November 9, 2006
To Pat, Katie, & Colleen, My deepest sympathy to you for the loss of your Dad and Grandpa. May you find peace with your happy memories.
With love,
Sue Schafer Hanson
Steve Smith
November 9, 2006
Ken was my "mentor" when I was at Hopkins High. NEVER to be forgotten!!! He was the best!! My thouhts are with his family.
Steve Smith
History teacher and Counselor
November 8, 2006
To the Merritt Family,
Mr Merritt was one of my all time favorite teachers at Hopkins High School. I can see him taking tickets at the football games, spending time listening to students in the hall and making history class fun and interesting.
You are in my prayers.
Mike Egan HHS class of '69
David King
November 8, 2006
I don't suppose Mr Merritt ever knew what a positive influence he was for me when I was a student in Winthrop. It's been 50+ years since we had contact but I've thought of him often with fondness and respect. He was one of my life's heroes!
The Greeley's
November 8, 2006
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Tom HUTTON
November 8, 2006
To the Family: We extend our deepest sympathies to you and will cherish the many memories of Ken as a teacher and friend. Tom and Sherryl Hutton
Robbin Shumway
November 8, 2006
John, Sue, Aaron, and the rest of the Merritt family. I am a coworker and friend of Sue's and I wanted to send my condolences to the entire family. I can certainly see how Ken touched the lives of his family. I asked Sue many Friday's what she had planned over the weekend and it was usually camping, fishing, or something outdoors. Ken's love of the outdoors will always be one of those great memories you all hold in your hearts. This is never an time, hopefully you can all celebrate the life each of you shared with him. God bless each of you.
Barbara (Howland) Morris (Class of 1956)
November 8, 2006
When Mr. Merritt was our 8th grade homeroom teacher in Winthrop, he routinely startled our unruly group into silence by a loud smack of his yardstick on the surface of the desk at the front of the room - with a grin on his face. !! He was one of the best homeroom teachers we had. We loved him, and he was beloved as a basketball coach.
David Hlavac
November 8, 2006
John, I was so sorry to hear about your dad.
May you take comfort in your memories, many of which undoubtedly involve fishing and hunting, and surround yourself with your family's love as you grieve, but also as you celebrate your father's life.
As you know, I understand the pain of losing a parent, but I also know that the grief is far less potent when you take time and savor every day of your life.
So you and your son should go out and get a nice buck, a bunch of birds or a full stringer of crappies in honor of your dad this season. Create some new memories as you remember your father.
Joanne Hense
November 8, 2006
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead. Ken will be remembered for his warm friendly hospitality, love of his wife,Louise, and pride of his family and grandchildren. My prayers and thoughts are with you in your sorrow. May your memories bring you comfort .
SCOTT AND TAMI GOBLISCH
November 8, 2006
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.
Sara Tschimperle
November 8, 2006
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Take Care, Sara
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