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Merlin Markel Obituary
Merlin Roy Markel, 84, of Diamondhead, MS, passed away on Wednesday, July 4, 2007 in Gulfport, MS. He was born in New Orleans, LA and was a resident of Waveland and Diamondhead, MS for the past 53 years. He was a member of St. Clare Catholic Church in Waveland. Merlin was the owner of Markel Industries Inc. in Waveland since 1956. He was a member of the Bay-Waveland Yacht Club and the Pass Christian Isles Golf Club.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert W. and Clara Markel and his brother, Norbert W. Markel.
He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Doris Schmidt Markel of Diamondhead, MS, his son, Terry Markel and his wife, Lucy of Diamondhead, MS. sister, Ardath M. Cawley of New York, and his granddaughter, Diana C. Markel of Metairie, LA.
The visitation will be Friday, July 6, 2007 from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. at Edmond Fahey Funeral Home in Bay St. Louis, MS. The Prayer Service will be at 3:00 p.m. Interment will be private at Gulf Coast Memorial Cemetery and Mausoleum in Bay St. Louis, MS.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Friends of the Animal Shelter or Hope Haven.
Edmond Fahey Funeral Home in Bay St. Louis, MS is in charge of the arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
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Beau Williams
July 8, 2007
Terry I am so sorry for your loss. You and Lucy are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jeanie Moran
July 6, 2007
I am sorry to see the death of Mr Markel. Blessings for him and prayers for your family.
Sue Ashman & Family
July 6, 2007
Just heard about Merlin. I am really sorry for your loss. He will be missed by many. If I can help with anything, feel free too call.
Claire Lea
July 6, 2007
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Bill Cross
July 6, 2007
Merlin...I won't be able to see you for a wile, but I'll drink a beer for you.
Janel, Ron, Brian & Michael Carlisle
July 6, 2007
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sandra & Greg Moise
July 6, 2007
We loved "Foozy." He and Dot made a fun-loving duo to visit. Uncle Merlin always made us feel welcomed in his home and in his life. We will never forget the years of enjoyment we had. He will be missed.
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