Paul F. Merrick

Paul is preceded in death by his parents, Glenn and Mildred (nee Koverman) Merrick.

Paul is survived by his beloved wife of 60 years, Edwina “Eddi” (nee Cibulka) Merrick; his children: Brian (Rebecca) Merrick and Megan (nee Merrick) (Jason) Reeme; and four grandchildren: Alek and Liam Merrick, and Jake and Kara Reeme.

Born and raised in Dayton, Ohio, Paul went on to receive a bachelor’s degree in Sociology from the University of Dayton. Paul served in the U.S. Army as a military police officer at Arlington National Cemetery. His proudest moment was that he had the honor of guarding Kennedy’s grave while stationed in Arlington. After the Army, Paul continued his education and earned a Master of Social Work from the University of Pittsburg. He enjoyed a long career as a social worker for Family Service Association of Dayton, where he was able to help so many people. Paul’s calling to social work was inspired by a quote from John F. Kennedy: “Ask not what your country can do for you. Ask what you can do for your country”. He strived to make his community a better place by helping those in need.

Paul was a beloved husband, and an exceptional father, grandfather, and uncle. He was known for his laugh and sense of humor and was able to keep everyone in good spirits. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him.

A visitation for Paul will be held Tuesday, March 25, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Parkview Church of the Nazarene, 4701 Far Hills Ave, Kettering, Ohio 45429. A Mass of Christian Burial will occur Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Church of the Incarnation, 7415 Far Hills Ave, Centerville, Ohio 45459. The mass will be live streamed on https://venue.streamspot.com/563a24fd .

A burial with Army honors will occur Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at 1:00 PM at Dayton National Cemetery, 4400 W Third St, Dayton, Ohio.

The family asks you to send flowers to Parkview Church of the Nazarene, 4701 Far Hills Ave, Kettering, Ohio 45429, or make a donation in Paul's name to Hospice of Dayton or Church of the Incarnation.