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Raymond Merrihew Obituary
Lebanon, NH - Raymond G. Merrihew, 83, of Lebanon, NH, passed away on August 17, 2025, at the VA Medical Center in White River Junction, VT.
Ray was born in Lebanon, NH, to Thomas Merrihew and Ruth Strong, and graduated from Lebanon High School in 1960. He honorably served in the United States Air Force before beginning a long career at Dartmouth College, where he worked in the Paint Shop for 42 years until his retirement in 2009.
He married Mel Goodwin, his devoted wife, and together they built a life filled with love, laughter, and family in Lebanon. They raised three children: Raymond (Skip) Merrihew Jr. of Rio, Wisconsin; Scott Merrihew of Canaan, NH; and Jill Sensenig of Meriden, NH. Ray also leaves behind grandchildren and great-grandchildren, each of whom brought him immeasurable joy and pride.
Ray will be remembered for his quick humor, kind heart, and generosity. He believed that "kindness doesn't cost a thing," a motto he lived by each day. He found fulfillment in simple joys-gardening, woodworking, painting, and home projects-and had a mechanical mind that could dream up and build gadgets from scraps. Curious and adventurous, he loved learning new things, whether it was tinkering with social media or picking up bits of the languages his grandchildren studied.
A lifelong fan of Dartmouth Ice Hockey, Ray rarely missed a home game. He also dedicated many years to the Boy Scouts as both participant and leader, sharing his skills and enthusiasm with younger generations. Known to hand out dollar coins to children he met around town, Ray found happiness in small acts of kindness that left lasting impressions.
Ray's presence was larger than life, and his generous spirit touched all who knew him. He leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and kindness that will be carried forward by his family and friends.
A funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, at the New Hampshire Veterans Cemetery in Boscawen, NH.
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Sandra Gobin
August 31, 2025
I´m so sorry for your loss. Ray was one of the nicest people I´ve ever known. I´m sure he will leave a big hole in many lives.. May he rest in peace.
Deryl Finn
August 30, 2025
Mel, I´m so sorry to hear of Rays passing. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Cinda (McBain) Heller
August 26, 2025
My condolences to Ray's family. He was a really good man.
Bob & Debbie LaCroix
August 26, 2025
To the family. Sending hugs and prayers . Only had meet your Dad and Grandfather once Such a nice obituary, he was a caring person. We know how much Mike loved him. May his memories live on.
Francis le brun
August 26, 2025
A great man from a great family he will be missed .
Sandra Gobin
August 26, 2025
So sorry for your loss. He was a great guy. Always kind and smiling. It was a shock to see his Obit.
peggy mckinney (slack)
August 26, 2025
Was so sorry to see Raymond pass away, we have been friends since childhood, his siblings and mine too. Alot of fun over the years as youngsters, he will be miss so much by us all, so many memories to look back on.My deepest sympathy goes out to his family and friends.May you rest in Peace now, no more pain and suffering. Have a good time with your Bro Tom and all.
Forrest Aldrich
August 25, 2025
A great friend growing up
Ray taught me how to swim
Lots of great times together with Raymond Thomas and Harold
Playing baseball skiing in the field
Ray your going to be missed terribly
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