Samuel Arthur Merritt

Samuel Arthur Merritt, 81, of Parksley, VA passed away on March 25, 2020 at Shore Rehabilitation Center in Parksley, VA.

He was born on Chincoteague Island, VA on January 30, 1939 to Everett and Oneita (Daisey) Foster at Chincoteague Island, VA.

He was a member of Drummondtown Baptist Church, Accomack Masonic Lodge #243, Order of Eastern Star #62, Royal Arch #75, and he attended Central Lodge #300. He retired from the United States Coast Guard after twenty years of service as a Master Chief. He graduated from Chincoteague High School Class of 1957.

Sam is survived by his three Sons, Jeffrey Alan Merritt and his companion April Buchanan of Atlantic, VA, Keith Merritt and his wife Valerie of Atlantic, VA, Kevin Merritt and his wife Kathy of Timberville, VA; Two Grandsons, Sean Merritt of CA, Bill Kinkead and his wife Cami of New Market, VA; Granddaughter, Jenna Merritt of Atlantic, VA; two great grandchildren; companion and caregiver, Sylvia Parks of Parksley, VA; sister in law, Barbara Merritt of Cape Charles, VA; several nieces, nephews, and many others that called him Pop Pop.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Daniel Keith Merritt, and sister, Agnes Lane.

Due to the current situation with the COVID- 19 virus, the funeral services will be private graveside limited to the immediate family only.

The family would like to thank everyone for their thoughts and prayers during this difficult time

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Accomack Lodge #243 PO Box 121 Chincoteague Island, VA 23336 or the charity of your choice. Services entrusted to Salyer Funeral Home, Inc. on Chincoteague Island, VA. Condolences may be made online at www.salyerfh.com.

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