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Frederick L. Merrill
SPRINGFIELD, IL – Frederick L. Merrill, 84, passed away Saturday, Dec. 20, 2014, at St. John's Hospice.
He was born April 7, 1930, in Evanston, Ill., the son of Victoria and Edward Merrill.
Mr. Merrill graduated from Evanston High School, Dartmouth College, and University of Chicago School of Business with an MBA degree.
He served in the U.S. Army as a Special Agent in the Counter Intelligence Corps from 1952 – 1954.
Mr. Merrill was a lifelong banker, starting at the Northern Trust Company in Chicago in 1954 and was later President and CEO of several banks in Wisconsin. He served as a director on many boards and was very active in community affairs.
He is survived by his wife, Judy; twin brother, Henry (Mary) Merrill of Tulsa, Okla.; children: Frederick (Wendy) Merrill, Jr. of Lexington, Mass., Lynn Merrill of Minneapolis, Minn., and Stuart (Shelley) Merrill of Jacksonville, Fla.; and granddaughter, Cory of Massachusetts. There are also four stepchildren: Michael (Becky) Lord, Melinda (Alex) Hall, and Brent Lord, all of Marietta, Ga., and Brian Lord (deceased); nine step-grandsons and two step-granddaughters that loved Freddie very much; and his dog, Cuddles, who is heartbroken and was his constant companion.
Memorial Gathering and Prayer Service: The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until time of a Prayer Service at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 3, 2015, at St. Agnes Church with the Rev. Robert Jallas officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or St. Agnes Church.
Vancil-Murphy Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Norma Jean Reeves
February 1, 2015
Judy and Family, I was so sorry to hear of Fred's passing. I only recently learned of it as I do not keep up with the newspaper. My memories of Fred are humorous and of a time when I lived in Florida. Fred and you would come to visit and we would always have a great time. I have laughed at you two until I cried literally! Very fond memories that I have always and will continue to cherish. I am sure he is making our Lord laugh with his bright smile and loving disposition. God Bless You, Judy and your whole family.
Dick & Ginger Rush
January 3, 2015
Dear Judy and Family,
We are so sorry to learn of Fred's passing. Our thoughts as well as our prayers are with you all.
George and Jane Keeney
January 3, 2015
Judy and family,
We're so sorry to learn of Fred's death. He was a really great guy and our sympathies go out to all of you at this difficult time.
January 2, 2015
Dear Judy, Stu, Rick, Lynn and family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Marilyn and Bill Haugh
Regina Donelan
January 2, 2015
Judy, I am so sorry about Fred. He was a prince of a guy and we all were privileged to know him.
Julie Sullivan
January 2, 2015
Sincere condolences to the entire Merrill & Lord family. Many memories of Fred & Judy entertaining & welcoming all of us into their home when we were teens, then later, as we honored Brian, the Memorial Golf Outing & BBQ at their home. Always happy to see you, always greeted with a smile & a hug. So very sorry for your Loss Judy. Griffin & Brian Lee, prayers for all of your family.
Marcia Musick
January 1, 2015
Judy, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
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