Leonard Albert Merrill age 60 and his son Scott Andrew Merrill age 32, both of Saint John, N.B. passed away, unexpectedly, in Springfield, Illinois on Sunday, June 7, 2009, as the result of a motor vehicle accident. Born on May 23, 1949, in Amherst, N.S., Leonard was the son of the late Albert and Thelma (King) Merrill.

Leonard worked at Universal Sales/Source Atlantic for over 34 years. He was a member of the Hillcrest Baptist Church, member of the Lancaster Ambassador Men’s Choir, and former Cub Scout Leader at Lancaster Baptist Church. He enjoyed his many cruises, his new companion “Sophie” and spending time at his trailer at Pine Grove, Sussex. Leonard was a loving husband, father and grandfather.

He is survived by his loving wife, Marilyn (Burnett) Merrill, daughter, Krista, of Saint John; daughter-In-law, Katherine (Kate) Pendell-Merrill, Phoenix, Arizona; brother, Carman (Sharon) Merrill, Amherst; sister-In-Laws, Cindy (Art) Cobham, Saint John; Linda D. (Doug) Hayes, Saint John; Catherine (Jack) Cole, Long Reach; grandson, Matthew Pendell, Phoenix Arizona; 10 nieces, nephews and 6 great nieces and nephews. Leonard was predeceased by his brother Arthur.

Resting at Castle Funeral Home, “Fallsview Chapel”, 309 Lancaster Ave., Saint John West (634-1701) visitation will take place Friday, June 12, 2009 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.. The funeral service for Leonard and his Son Scott, will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, June 13, from Hillcrest Baptist Church, Saint John West. Interment to follow at Cedar Hill Extension.
Family flowers only, donations may be made to the charity of your choice through Campbell’s Funeral Home, Amherst. (667-9906)
Online condolences may be made at www.castlefh.com