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Justin Merritt Obituary
Justin was born Sept. 13, 1989, in Carbondale to Byron Merritt and Sharon (Whitaker) Owens.
Mr. Merritt worked the last five months in production at Hardee's in Herrin.
Survivors include his mother, Sharon Owens and her fiancé, Nick Seabaugh, of Herrin; his father, Byron Merritt and wife, Leigh, of Jackson, Mo.; brother, James Coulter Jr. of Herrin; brother, Brandan Merritt of Herrin; brother, Anthony Merritt of Herrin; sister, Amanda Haynes of Cape Girardeau; paternal grandmother, Nancy Sue Merritt; maternal grandparents, Ken and Jo Ann Temple; nephew, Adam Haynes; sister-in-law, Renee Lea Crim; aunts and uncles, Shawn Merritt, Dawn Merritt, David Merritt, Christine Merritt, Scott Temple, Phillip Temple, Kenny Temple and Charles Whitaker; and cousins, Brittany Merritt, Shawn Patrick Merritt, Shane Davis, Tiffany Merritt and Trenton Merritt.
He was preceded in death by his cousin, David "DJ" Merritt.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 17, 2007, in Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home, with the Rev. Don Colson officiating. Burial will be in Herrin City Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 until 9 p.m. Wednesday, May 16, 2007, at the funeral home.
For more information or to sign the memorial guest register, visit www.hughesfuneralhomes.com.
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stephany baxter
June 4, 2007
I would just like to wish your family the best.Justin took up for me nonstop. and it killed me to here this. I loved him very much and will pray for him and you guys (the family) to no end.i just wish i had been there a little longer to see him.
cindy and gene jones
May 20, 2007
im sorry that this tragic accident had to happen. justin was a great friend and he will be missed every day. my prayers are with the family.
Delano & Ramona Taylor
May 17, 2007
Hey I'm so sorry to hear about Justin he was just at our house the day before the accident.We didnt know Justin very well but he was well liked by our daughter Renee who thought of him as her best friend.Our prayers are with you may Jehova bless you and your family through these tragic times.
Talon Cain
May 17, 2007
Hey guys! Member me? Of course. Well I just wanted to say I am so sorry. I couldnt even begin to imagine what you are going through. I remeber Justin from when we were young and he was a great kid. Im sure he will be missed greatly.
Jerry & Peggy Coulter
May 16, 2007
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
jordan serati
May 15, 2007
justin was amazing funny sweet and kind hearted usually. he always had my back. i dont see why he had to go so early...he promised he would never leave, but never say never cuz what you're saying never too always usually ends up coming true. i might not of loved him as a b/f anymore but i did love him very much as a friend. i hope he's happy now.
Karen Boner
May 15, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I don't know you but; I do know the pain of loseing a son. My deepest sympathy.
Heather Williams
May 15, 2007
justin was an amazing guy and will be greatly miss... i've known justin since 8th grade.. he could make anyone laught he was funny and out going and this world will not be the same with out him... he will be greatly missed!!!!
Heather Williams
Shannon Leding
May 15, 2007
I dont know you, but I am praying for you and the family as this will be one of the hardest times of your life. Remember God has a plan for everyone and for whatever reason he needs Justin with him. My heart and prayers truely go out to you and your family. God bless you all Shannon
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