Beloved father of Amy (Rick) Neitzel, Christina Merlo and Emily (Jim) Wood; loving grandfather of Charley, Oliver and Roman; dear brother of Clare Merlo (Tim Curtis); son of the late Charles and Josephine Merlo; godfather of Larry Mugavero; uncle of Daniel (Karin) Curtis. Cousin and friend to many.
David grew up on the Hill, went to St. Ambrose Grade School, McBride High School and St. Louis University.
SERVICE: Funeral Mass, Tuesday, February 4th, 10:00 am at St. Ambrose Catholic Church, 5130 Wilson Ave., Interment to follow at Resurrection Cemetery. Visitation Monday, February 3rd 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm at Calcaterra Funeral Home, 5140 Daggett Ave.; 63110. If desired, donations in David’s name may be made to The St. Charles City Animal Control.