William “Bill” Merritt

BROCKPORT/HAMLIN – William I. “Bill” Merritt, age 88, passed away September 21, 2024 at his home with his loving family by his side. He was born April 11, 1936 in Brockport NY a son of the late Mabel Clark Merritt and George (Marjorie) Merritt and had lived in this area most of his life.

Bill worked at General Electric in Brockport for many years and after, worked for the Brockport Water Authority in Hamlin. He loved to fish, especially in DeLeon, FL where he and his wife wintered. Bill was a John Deere enthusiast and loved to drive his tractor. He enjoyed living on the lake and Utica Club Beer. In recent years, he enjoyed front porch sitting, drinking his coffee and watching the deer and birds.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his sisters, Joan Gunter Saddler, Shirley (John) Maw; and grandson, Peter Lee Merritt.

He is survived by his loving wife of 70 years, Donna; his children, Dan Merritt, Scott Merritt, Michael (Dawn) Merritt, and Charlotte (George) Marriott; his brother, Eddie (Donna) Merritt; grandchildren, Michelle (Tim) Towne, Ryan (Kristin) Merritt, Josh (Amber) Merritt, Shane (Kim) Merritt, Tricia Merritt, Tyler Merritt, Cory Merritt, Jenna (Omar) Rodas and Dale Rodas; several great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at the convenience of the family. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Orleans. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Homes in Albion.

To share a memory of Bill, visit www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com.