He is survived by his wife, Susan O. Merchant; daughter and son-in-law, Annette and Daniel Tomlinson of Remsenburg, NY; grandchildren, Savannah and Brennan Tomlinson; a twin sister, Shirley Wood of Walton, NY; and a brother, Ken Merchant of Norwich, NY.
A memorial service will be held at 1 pm Wednesday, March 14, 2018 ,at Littleton United Methodist Church.
Friends may visit with the family following the service.
Memorial contributions may be sent to Littleton United Methodist Church; Halifax / Northampton Habitat for Humanity; or, to the charity of one's choice.
Online condolences: hockadayfs.com
Arrangements are under the care of Hockaday Funeral & Cremation Service, Roanoke Rapids.
