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David Merkel Obituary
05/25/2020
David M. Merkel, age 53, of Albrightsville, Pa., died Monday, May 25, 2020.
Born in Baltimore, Md., David graduated from Penncrest High School in 1985. He attended Edinboro University and graduated from Rutgers University.
David was an avid outdoors man and fisherman. He was a passionate sports fan of all Philadelphia teams and whoever was playing the Cowboys.
He was preceded in death by his father and best friend, Lee L. Merkel. He was the beloved son of Elaine Merkel (Alf Fischer) of Merritt Island, Fla.; and confidant to his sister, Leanne Merkel Harris (Stephen) of Media, Pa. He also is survived by his step-mom, Theresa Merkel of Wilmington and Milford, Del.
Services and Interment were held in Philadelphia Memorial Park, Frazer, Pa.
Condolences may be left at the funeral home's Web site listed below.
J. Nelson Rigby Funeral Home
1 W. Baltimore Ave., Media, PA 19063
jnelsonrigbyfh.com
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Tina DiNapoli
October 8, 2022
It´s your Birthday and I´m missing you. Love you always, Tina
David Hughes
July 29, 2020
Rest Easy
Tracey and Christopher King
July 17, 2020
David had been on the mind of myself and my husband so I Googled him and was stunned to find out about his passing. When we lived in Pa he was a great friend to the both of us. Amazing sense of humor and loved our little dog. this saddens the both of us. Our heartfelt sympathies and condolences to the family
Maria Flagler
June 7, 2020
Dave was a pleasure to work with at Skytop Lodge. He was a kind and helpful soul. You will be sadly missed.
Elaine Merkel
June 6, 2020
Alf Fischer
June 6, 2020
Dear David, your kindness, humor and generous spirit have been a blessing. Thank you for your acceptance. We will love you and miss you everyday.
JW/JKH
June 5, 2020
My deepest sympathy to the Merkel Family for the loss of your loved one, David, and pray God gives you comfort, peace and strength.
Scott Waldman
June 4, 2020
David was always larger than life size to me, but he always made me feel bigger and a part of his big life. He was taken from us way too early. He will be missed by many.
Stephanie Smith
June 4, 2020
David was truly a special man to all who knew him. I have many great memories growing up together in Media and at the lake house. Lainey and Lainey, you are forever in my thoughts.
Adam Waldman
June 3, 2020
This field is asking what I'd like to say about David. I have a bunch of things I'd like to talk TO David about. We'll catch up. He left too soon.
Geoff & Rebecca Radford
June 3, 2020
David is always with us and so is his family
Sandra Waldman
June 3, 2020
David..you will be missed..thank you for being part of my family and all the memories...
Elaine Merkel
June 2, 2020
I am proud to call him my son and am so grateful for each day of his 53 years.
Nicholas Bouchard
June 1, 2020
Leanne & family, I'm so sorry for the loss of your beloved brother and offer my deepest sympathies. Dig deep into your love and support for each other to carry on through this tough time and know there are so many people out here around you with more love, care, and support to share.
Ron Ditty
June 1, 2020
Dave was a good guy. Funny and great to work with. He could brighten even the worst days. Working with him at Skytop was a wonderful experience
Jack Hamblin
June 1, 2020
I was shocked and saddened to read of Dave's passing in our Stroudsburg, PA newspaper. Dave worked for me in two businesses during the late 1990s and early 2000s, and we engaged in many enjoyable adventures aside from work during those years. I will always remember him for one particular act of kindness. On the day the Vet was coming to my home to euthanize our beloved Lab, Dave came over to sit with me, and helped me give her a proper burial - all on a cold, rainy February day. Few people, other than a relative, would have shown that compassion. "May your bucks always have big racks and your trout be trophy-size". RIP my Friend.
Adam Schratt
May 31, 2020
Sorry for your loss. I worked with Dave at Skytop. Great and really funny and caring guy. He will be missed.
Adam
Robert Radford
May 30, 2020
We are grieving the death of this vibrant and caring young man, a wild spirit taken too early. He has left this earth but will be in the hearts and memories of his family and friends forever. David was a good person who we watched as he pursued his journey. We miss you, dear one.
Max Buck
May 30, 2020
I'm still in shock about Dave's passing. Dave was a great friend to me growing up. We met in 7th grade at Springton Lake Jr High in the library when I was looking at a book about fishing and he stopped and started talking with me. We spend a lot of time fishing together in Ridley Creek, Springton Lake or in the Poconos at the lake where his family had a home. His Dad would also take us to the sportsman/fishing show each year. He always had my back and I appreciated everything he did for me. Although we did loose contact for a while after I went to college and started my career, but we did get back in touch. It didn't take long to catch up and it was almost like we'd been in contact the whole time. I will miss him a lot. My condolences to Elaine and Leanne. I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and payers are with you. Max
Marisa Ogden
May 30, 2020
To Leanne and family: So sorry for the loss of your brother, son, friend, family member... my thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sadness and loss. May you continue to recall all the great memories together to help comfort you. Warmly... Marisa
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