Ronald Lee Merrill

Ronald Lee Merrill, age 71 of Hastings passed away unexpectedly, Sunday April 7, 2013 at his residence.

Ron was born on October 11, 1941 in Hastings, the son of Leroy and Melva (Houghtalin) Merrill. Growing up, Ron worked on his grandfathers farm. He graduated from Hastings High School in 1961.
After high school Ron worked briefly for Smith Morris in Detroit as a draftsman. He returned to Hastings in 1962 and began his career at Bradford White. Ron began in the factory moving in the office as a Cost Accountant and then as the Comp Controller. Ron retired from Bradford White in 2002, after forty years of service. He married Sandra Kay Dalman on December 7, 1963.

Ron enjoyed his daily walks through the fields on his property and visiting with his neighbors. His hobbies included golf, fishing, cars and attending car shows. Ron also enjoyed attending his grandchildren's athletic events.

Ron was preceded in death by his parents, Leroy and Melva Merrill, stepfather, Jim Barr and brother Roger Merrill.

Ron is survived by his wife of 49 years, Sandra Merrill, daughters: Tammy (Dennis) Redman, Jennifer (Chad) Cusack, brothers: Gerald Merrill of Arizona, Doug (Lori) Merrill of Indiana, Steve (Donna) Merrill of Virginia, Art (Peggy) Merrill of Caledonia, grandchildren: Scott, Jeremy and Nichole Redman, Riley, Colin, Nolan and Calli Cusack and several nieces, nephews.

Arrangements:
Visitation: Wednesday, April 10, 2013 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Funeral Service: Wednesday, April 10, 2013 at 1:00 pm
Girrbach Funeral Home
Hastings, Michigan
Chaplain Andrew Geelhoed, officiating

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