Joe Sanford Merrick

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Doris Norris las cruces, NM February 4, 2011

On the Wright side of the family Joe was the oldest grandchild and then I was next ,and Jack was the third , as kids we had lots of fun, When Joe was in school in Albuguerque and I was living their we did a lot of things to getherI saw my 1st Ice Capade with Joe, He was always so patient with my kids, all were very young at that time, As time went on we lost touch but Joe came to my mothers 90th birthday party in Quemqdo NM and it seemed like time has stood still , older but still so much of the same patient Joe.... I know Joe was at peace with the world . and not afarid of the here after , Rest in Peace my Friend, my cousin.....

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Shirley Wright Jarrell Houston, TX February 2, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Joe's family. He was the "older cousin" and was always so considerate and watchful over the younger ones. I loved seeing the video - it brought back memories and you could see how much he treasured his family. Joe was a kind, sensitive soul who loved his family, and he will be missed. God Bless!

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Kenna Biocic Grand Junction, CO February 2, 2011

We loved him and will miss him dearly.

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Rhonda Ritter January 31, 2011

Mel,

Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with you through this difficult time. We love you, Mad, Joey and Scooter and hope that in time you will find some peace. May the Lord comfort you and guide you through this and know that He is always in control. I miss seeing your beautiful smile at work!

Please let us know if there is anything that we can do for you and your family. Love and prayers, Tatum, Rhonda, Hunter, Kullen and Gracie

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(Al) Elvin Hobbs El Paso, TX January 31, 2011

Joe , was an Older Couzin but I remeber some fun times when he was in Albu. going to school he will be missed and is in a much better place now

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Ann Strain Dallas, TX January 31, 2011

Every year at our Merrick reunion, Joe has been my special treat to get to find and hug. I try not to be rude to other cousins as I walked past them to get to sweet Joe. Whether he thought so or not, I felt that we had an understanding of affection for one another. At least, that's the feeling he always lent to me; and I loved him for it. Always will. Thanks for sharing him with me. I'm better for it.
Love,
Ann

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Ann Hall WV January 31, 2011

My relationship with Joe was through business. He was the kindest and most respectfull client that I spoke to. He would call every day at 3:30 and we all looked forward to his calls. Sometimes we would talk business, sometimes not. A lot of times we talked baseball, oh how he loved his Texas Rangers, and disliked my Boston Red Sox, but we remained friends. I miss him very much.

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Richard Weatherbee Bosque Farms, NM January 31, 2011

To the family,

It was so sad to hear of cousin Joe's passing. My deepest regets for your loss. My prayers go out to you and yours in this time of need. God Bless You Richard

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Jack Merrick Portales, NM January 31, 2011

Joe was my brother just 2 yrs older, we grew and went through life as friends and at times he was my mentor. I will always respect and love the memories of Life with him. Thank you all for your comments as they mean tons to the family. So Long Brother, Happy Trails to You. Jack

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Koletta Merrick Hays Dora, NM January 31, 2011

Thanks for the video. Loved seeing all of you and the happy memories. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Koletta

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Rod & Millie Payne Portales, NM January 31, 2011

Our prayers go out to the family.

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Janet Sanders Pampa, TX January 31, 2011

Joe was such a remarkable man. My mother Dorothy Merrick Kirchoff was his cousin so it was always so great to see him at the Merrick reunions. He always had a wonderful smile and his eyes would light up with joy when he saw me. I will forever hold that memory so dearly in my heart. He was always a gentle and truly loving man. I will miss him.

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Correna Lawrence Sour Lake, TX January 31, 2011

My heart goes out to you, Melanie, and to your sweet family.
I will be keeping you in my Prayers.
Please let me know if I can help in any way.

Love -- Correna

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Jeanine Carroll Huffman, TX January 31, 2011

My hope is that you can feel the peace and prayers that the family is sending your way. We love you!

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Shirley Guillory Beaumont, TX January 31, 2011

Mel,
I am so sorry to hear about your dad. If there is anything I can do for you please let me know. You and your family are in our prayers.
Love you,
Momma G

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Nan Merrick Phifer Eugene, OR January 30, 2011

My cousin Joe and I lived miles apart so I didn’t get to see him often, but always he seemed to me to be a sensitive, gentle person, someone I wanted to know better. We were about the same age. I have warm memories of playing together when we were children and our families gathered at our grandparents’ farm.
I wish I could be with you on February 12, but I cannot. I’m committed to leading a workshop on that day, but my heart will be with you. Please know that I share your prayers. May the love that will embrace all of you bring solace and comfort. I wish I could be part of that, for you are my dear family and I love you.

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Kandie Merrick-Massey Portales, NM January 30, 2011

Thank you so much for the video. Love to you all! Kandie

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Betty K. Fillips El Reno, OK January 30, 2011

So sorry to hear of Joe's passing... What a beautiful video of his life, thanks for sharing it with us. All of you are in my prayers.

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Dana Hudson Dallas, TX January 30, 2011

I worked with Joe at Coulter Corporation for many years. He was loved so much by all of our customers and his fellow co-workers. He was always upbeat, friendly, and fun. We had many laughs over the years in many crazy work situations.
I hope his last years were okay.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of his family members.
Take care.

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Edward Merrick Ralls, TX January 30, 2011

Thank you for the information and for the lovely video of his life. I wish I had these pictures for my genealogy book on which I am working. They were so lovely, and they were Joe. We will go to the Memorial at Causey. Again, we are sorry for your loss. He was such a good man!

Jigger

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Mitzi Branscum Muleshoe, TX January 30, 2011

Melanie and Tiffanie,
I am so very sorry for your loss. I pray healing and comfort for both you and your families.
The memorial video is beautiful. It brought back some wonderful memories, and it made me smile. Hold on tight to those memories.
Love to you both,
Mitzi Branscum

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Grove & Judy Teates Gaithersburg, MD January 30, 2011

Susan's prayer says it all. Our prayers to those of us who remain.

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Ron $ Sharon Malone Albuquerque, NM January 30, 2011

We are so sorry to hear of our cousin Joe's death. Our prayers are with you all. He will be missed by all.

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Dewayne Avery Petersburg, TX January 30, 2011

Sorry to hear about Joe. He was a classmate and a very good friend, My prayers are with the family

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Linda Jean & Kenn Wigner & Family Lubbock, TX January 30, 2011

MAY GOD ENFOLD YOU IN HIS LOVE AND COMFORT YOUR HEARTS IN THE LOSS OF YOUR BELOVED BROTHER, BROTHER-IN-LAW, FATHER, FATHER-IN-LAW, AND GRANDFATHER. WE WILL CERTAINLY MISS COUSIN JOE...HE WAS ALWAYS SO KIND AND LOVING. WE ALWAYS ENJOYED OUR TIME WITH HIM AT THE FAMILY REUNIONS. WE LOVED HIS GENTLE SPIRIT. WE KNOW THERE IS A BIG REUNION GOING ON IN HEAVEN NOW SINCE HE HAS BEEN REUNITED WITH THE FAMILY MEMBERS WHO HAVE GONE ON BEFORE HIM. WE WILL BE PRAYING FOR EACH OF YOU NOW AND IN THE DAYS TO COME.

LOVE,

LINDA JEAN & KENN AND FAMILY

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Laura Merrick & Family Portales, NM January 29, 2011

Dearest Family,
We are very sorry for the loss of Joe. He was a beloved nephew to his Aunt Laura. She has loved him so much, since he was a new born. We are all grateful that he had such precious daughters who were there to love him and be with him throughout his life and his passing. We hope you and your family are at peace with the good memories of your Dad. We send our love to you, Aunt Laura & Family.

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Celia Strain Galveston, TX January 29, 2011

We couldn't have invented a better cousin than Joe has been to his Merrick kin. His sweet nature always shone through at the family reunions and my sister said that she looked forward to his hug every year because he was so good at it. We Merrick cousins will all miss Joe and thank God that He gave us Joe to love for all these years. Blessings and peace to you girls and your families from us all.

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Karen Dingus Lamesa, TX January 29, 2011

Joe was a favorite cousin in a family of cousins. It is comforting to remember all the good times we had growing up. Melanie & Tiffany, may God give you His peace at this time. We will miss Joe greatly.

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Ted Ojevich Houston, TX January 29, 2011

Good Bye to one of my lifelong friends.

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David Cummins Lubbock, TX January 29, 2011

The members of Greater Lubbock Chapter of Military Officers Association of America salute Joe Merrick. We admire and respect him for his valiant military service for our country.

David Cummins
LTC JAGC-USA ret.
COL 4th U.S. Army Cavalry Regiment (Memorial Assn)

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JOHN RAVENSCRAFT LEVELLAND, TX January 29, 2011

THE LAB AT COVENANT HOSPITAL LEVELLAND IS SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT JOE. HE WAS REALLY ONE OF THE GREAT ONES. I KNOW ALL OF HIS CLEINTS MISSED HIM AS MUCH AS WE DID WHEN HE RETIRED FROM COULTER. MAY GOD BE WITH HIS FAMILY AT THIS TIME IN THEIR LIFE.

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Kathy Seabridge Sour Lake, TX January 29, 2011

You are in our prayers.

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Ruth McGill China, TX January 28, 2011

Melanie,
Mike, Charlie, Taylor and myself want you to know, we are praying and thinking about you and your children. We miss you at HJ. (things are not the same without you) I hope to see you soon and I know Scooter will take good care of you during this difficult time.
Love you,
Ruth McGill

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Donna Gill Portales, NM January 28, 2011

Joe was the most loving big brother anyone could have. He was protective of me and treated me like a princess. I loved him dearly, and I will miss him always. My prayers are with Tiffanie and Melanie and their families.

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Brandy Roy Sour Lake, TX January 28, 2011

No eye has seen no ear has heard, and no mind has imagined what God has prepared for those who love Him. 1Cor2:9b

Love you bunches, Mel, Mady, Joey, and Scooter

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Diana Brottem China, TX January 28, 2011

Melanie. Our family is thinking of you during this time of sorrow. May God bless you and your family and know that all of your friends here at Hardin-Jefferson High School are here for you.

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Leslie Dearbonne Engman beaumont, TX January 28, 2011

Melanie,

Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Please know that we are here for you if you should need a shoulder.

God Bless you,

Kevin, Leslie and Chase Engman

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