Lawrence J. Merchut

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Hi Marcia,
I just can't believe this after just talking to him this past weekend. I was stunned and am so sorry to hear this. You are in my prayers. I am not able to make it to IL for the funeral but know I will be thinking of you and praying for you at this time. I am hoping to see you when I am in Illinois next month. My deepest sympathy. He was a blessing to many including my mom & our family. At least he gets to see my mom now.
God Bless, Susan Evilsizer

Marcia, you were a blessing to Larry, as he was blessing to me and my family. I am at a loss for words to express my feeling of sadness that Larry will no longer be here with us, but know that he is on his way to what is, "the best to come" where he will be united with Jesus, Mary, Joseph and all the saints and angels. He was faithful to his Catholic upbringing with a loving father and mother. He cared for his mother with unconditional love and respect.

He was part of my life and family since 1961, and the years following were filled with sharing my children's lives, vacations, holidays and continued with our move to Arizona where he came to visit many times. Memories for us to hold forever, thanks Larry.