Thomas Hands Merritt Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Thomas Hands Merritt (Vernon, Illinois), who passed away on March 7, 2021 at the age of 84. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, H. Donald and Helen Merritt Sr. (Hands); his sisters, Frances and Catherine; and his son-in-law Craig "Huggy" Bryan.

He is survived by: his wife Judy Wells; his daughters, Mary Merritt, Melissa Bryan and Barbara Cast (Robert); and his brothers, H. Donald Merritt Jr. (Margaret) and William "Pete" Merritt. He is also survived by eight grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren.

Memorials may be made in Tom's name to Carle Community Cancer Center of Normal. 407 E Vernon Ave, Normal, IL 61761.