Kevin Merriam obituary: Kevin Merriam's Obituary, Syracuse
In Memory Of
Kevin J. Merriam
1952 - 2017
In Memory Of
Kevin J. Merriam
1952 - 2017
July 27, 2017
Kevin Joseph Merriam, 64 years young, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday at his home. He was born in Syracuse son of the late Bernard and Lola Merriam. He was raised proudly in Baldwinsville, NY where he graduated from CW Baker H. S. Class of 1970. He also attended SUNY Potsdam briefly before entering the US Air Force. He retired from CNYDSO where he supervised group homes for the developmentally challenged for NYS CSEA. Kevin was a longtime member of Elks Lodge #31 and held many offices, and was just recently installed as a District Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler in Reno, NV, for the Ontario District. Also, Kevin was awarded the Lifetime Membership as an Elk. Kevin was very active in Veterans Affairs and Youth and Scholarship programs as an Elk. He was an avid Yankees, SU and a Philadelphia Eagles Fan.
Surviving are his daughter, Jessica (Glen) Merriam of Colorado, 4 grandchildren; Kimber, Dylan, Annalise & Braydon, loving companion, Debi Baird, siblings; Darryl B. (Peggy) of N. Syracuse, David L. of Syracuse, Kathleen P. (Ray) Calkins of Plainville, Yvonne C. of Baldwinsville and Kyle J. of Syracuse; along with many cousins, nieces, nephews and countless friends.
Calling hours will be on Saturday, Aug. 5th from 11-1pm at New Comer Funeral Home, 705 N. Main St., N. Syracuse, with services to follow.
In lieu of flowers please make contributions to Clear Path for Veterans, www.clearpath4vets.com
To leave a special message for the family please visit www.NewcomerSyracuse.com
July 27, 2017
Kevin Joseph Merriam, 64 years young, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday at his home. He was born in Syracuse son of the late Bernard and Lola Merriam. He was raised proudly in Baldwinsville, NY where he graduated from CW Baker H. S. Class of 1970. He also attended SUNY Potsdam briefly before entering the US Air Force. He retired from CNYDSO where he supervised group homes for the developmentally challenged for NYS CSEA. Kevin was a longtime member of Elks Lodge #31 and held many offices, and was just recently installed as a District Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler in Reno, NV, for the Ontario District. Also, Kevin was awarded the Lifetime Membership as an Elk. Kevin was very active in Veterans Affairs and Youth and Scholarship programs as an Elk. He was an avid Yankees, SU and a Philadelphia Eagles Fan.
Surviving are his daughter, Jessica (Glen) Merriam of Colorado, 4 grandchildren; Kimber, Dylan, Annalise & Braydon, loving companion, Debi Baird, siblings; Darryl B. (Peggy) of N. Syracuse, David L. of Syracuse, Kathleen P. (Ray) Calkins of Plainville, Yvonne C. of Baldwinsville and Kyle J. of Syracuse; along with many cousins, nieces, nephews and countless friends.
Calling hours will be on Saturday, Aug. 5th from 11-1pm at New Comer Funeral Home, 705 N. Main St., N. Syracuse, with services to follow.
In lieu of flowers please make contributions to Clear Path for Veterans, www.clearpath4vets.com
To leave a special message for the family please visit www.NewcomerSyracuse.com
Services & Gatherings
Visitation
Saturday, August 5, 2017 from 11:00am to 1:00pm
New Comer Cremations & Funerals
705 North Main Street
Syracuse, NY 13212
Directions & Map
Service
Saturday, August 5, 2017 at 1:00pm
New Comer Cremations & Funerals
705 North Main Street
Syracuse, NY 13212
Directions & Map
New Comer Funeral Home (315-214-0400) is assisting the family
New Comer Funeral Home (315-214-0400) is assisting the family