Timothy Merrill Obituary

Dear Merrill Family: So very sorry to hear of Tim's passing. I worked with Tim during my tenure as town administrator in Wakefield. He was an excellent Chief of Police. He worked hard to help develop the new Public Safety Building for the community. I regret not being able to connect with Tim when he was in Montana on a hunt a few years ago. But I am thankful he was able to hunt the "Big Sky" state as there is nothing else like it. May God continue to provide your family with peace and pleasant memories.

So sorry to hear of Tims' passing. We were very good friends in high school but unfortunately lost touch through the years. I was in the area a few years ago and stopped in at the WPD to say hello. He hadn't changed a bit ! Still the same happy, easygoing, spring in his step friend I had remembered. I will always remember Tim and wish the best for his wonderful family.

To Merrill Famliy
Sorry for your lost of Tim. I last saw him at Nute over a year ago and had a good chat with him. He was always so nice. I remember one conversation many many years ago I had with him we were laughing about knowing Leo Lessard when we saw him on the news. He said I know Leo. I told Tim I said the same thing and we laughed. Tim will be missed. The angels gained a very nice man. God bless Tim.

So sad to hear of Timmy's passing. It's been a rough few years for our families, but may God and prayers continue to get us through. My heart and prayers go out to Diane and her children during this hard time and may the precious memories of husband and father find them peace.

Tim was the very best supervisor I've ever had. I worked with him, not for him. He was intelligent and kind with a great sense of humor.
He spoke of his family so often that I felt as though I knew everyone.
May God bless Tim's family so they can have some peaceful moments during this sad time.

Tim was a good friend in high school. He was a compassionate man, as an adult. My thoughts go out to his family. He will be missed.

A Huge Thank You to all of our Law Enforcement community for today.

The overwhelming support of Blue and recognition for Wakefield NH Chief Tim Merrill was such an honor to witness. Im sure he rests easy tonight because of all of you. From the AGs Office to the Towns of Wakefield, Farmington, Milton, New Durham, Middleton, Concord and beyond.
I thank you all personally for bringing him on his last ride -through Farmington, past the Merrill Farm, where we dug potatoes and rode the horses - through the roads he traveled - many times on foot- from the camp next to my Dads - up past Diprizios Lumber and down around through his old stomping grounds of Middleton, Union and Wakefield - up to Nutes High School, to be welcomed by all of us there.
From County, Town and State Police and NH Police Standards and Training. What you all demonstrated today was absolutely more than respectful. And I am honored to have witnessed what you did, and what he meant to you all.
You went above and beyond - as you always do. And I know, and Tims huge, beautiful family knows how much you all did and just what he means to this community.
He will be surely missed.

I hope each of you keep a piece of Chief Merrill with you, on your journey through this life, and all that he stood for and tried to portray to you.
May his character, fairness and grace be forever with you all.
His time was short but his lessons everlasting!
Thank you Tim, for being part of our family.
We are forever grateful to you and your presence in our lives.
Rest In Peace Chief Merrill.

Always will remember Timmy was called Timma Randall when Alice went to have another child because he always came to our house to stay❤

I was so sad to hear of Tims passing. It was a pleasure working with Tim at the Town of Wakefield for all those years! He had a smile for everyone even if it was a bad day. I am sure he will keep sending us his smiles from heaven. My prayers go out to him family during this difficult time.

To all of my Merrill family, please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Tim was my Neighbor, friend, "brother", and I have So many memories....from early childhood right through the present. My heart is sad tonight. The world is forever changed with Tim's passing. Whether sitting on his lap as a little kid or talking lot lines as an adult. Tim's smile, humor and kind nature is forever imprinted I my mind and on my heart. He was definitely one of the good ones. For all the laughs, for all the advice, for all the help he gave to myself and my family over the years, for being who he was....I am forever grateful to have had the opportunity to know this man. Tim will surely be missed by so many whose lives he touched along his quiet way. May we all find comfort in knowing Tim rests now in a better place. May our tears bring us healing and our memories make us smile.

May your memories help your family through this difficult time. May they give you moments of happiness till you can meet again.

I'm so very sorry to hear of Tim's passing. It was privileged to have known him and learn from him as a young officer. To his family.... Thank you for letting us borrow Tim. His service to this state will never be forgotten and he will be truly missed.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Merrill family. Tim was a great guy and will be missed by many.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Merrill Family. So very sorry for your loss. Tim was a wonderful Chief and friend. May he Rest in Peace

Past Master of Unity Lodge, Brother Timothy Merrill was a true Mason and was dedicated to Freemasonry. Ive only know Tim a short time through the walls of the Lodge, but I quickly learned Brother Merrill was the go to Brother for portraying KS during the MM 2nd section. He portrayed the ritual flawlessly and always kept the sidelines engaged with his enthusiasm.
On our last Stated meeting Monday night, the Brothers of Unity Lodge shared in a private silent prayer for Tim and I believe our prayers were answered and Brother Merrill has joined with our Father above, free of all ailments, pain and suffrage. Our hearts turn to those left behind especially Diane and family as they work through their own pain and loss.
Please accept my sincerest sympathies and deepest condolences on behalf of his Brothers from Unity Lodge #62 in Union, NH.
So mote it be!

Condolences to the Merrill family , Tim thank you for your dedicated service to Wakefield you were a great police officer but more than that a great person who truly cared for others. You helped the Perry boys more than a few times and started Shawn onto being a ham radio operator. Thank You Tim, our thoughts and prayers to the family and God Bless You rest in peace.

I will miss our Coffee's at Lino"s in the mornings. R.I.P. old friend. Rocky

My heart is saddened by the notice of Tims death. He was a wonderful high school friend whos memory always brings a smile. My prayers go out to his family.

Tim was a role model to many. He will be missed.

Tim, May you rest on the wings of an angel.

I am so sorry for your loss Heath!!! You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers!!!

To Diane, my nephew Heath, and friends Nicky and Reka, Losing a loved one to cancer is one of the ugliest things a person can experience. It is utterly unfair the way it seems to take the best people in our lives, and always much too soon! I truly can not put into words how amazing Tim was. He was the picture of integrity, bravery, and loyalty. Absolutely selfless, such a great joke teller, and a man that I would never hesitate to ask for advice or his opinion on a matter. I can't think of another person that had more common sense than Tim did. Some of my very earliest memories are of when Tim used to put me on his shoulders or swing me around as a small child. And later, how patient he was, when we would be too loud at a sleepover, play ditch in the dark in the woods, or do something stupid like drive to the movies in a blizzard. I will always miss his unmistakable "New Englander" accent! And ahem, when I was kind of troubled teen in my younger days, he got me out of some big jams. He was always kind to my parents and they had and still have so much respect for the man that he was. He was also a true role model as one of the best fathers and grandpas we ever knew! He had so much knowledge to impart to his children and grandchildren and he had so much grace while doing so. My children loved visiting Tim and Diane, and asked to stop almost every time we drove by. :) He is so loved and will be so missed by so many. I hope it is a comfort to you all that Timthy will never be forgotten and his legacy will remain larger than life itself. From the people who may have met him by chance during an interaction with the police department, to the people like you who knew him best, his memory will live on forever in us all. His capacity of love for his family and close friends was without end. We will always be here for you! With so much love, Buster, Becca, Troy, Xavier, and Savannah

Had the pleasure of working with Tim in 82 when he started his career in Wakefield. Great Guy, Police Officer, Family man and most of all, a Great Friend. Let us all be like Tim. RIP my Friend........

Deepest condolence to the entire Merrill family...you are all in our thoughts and prayers...may your beautiful years of memories and the love of your amazing family grant you strength in the challenging days ahead❤

Diane and family, We are so sorry for your loss. Tim was an exceptional person who will be greatly missed. Find peace in the wonderful memories. A life gone way too soon.

May you Rest In Peace..you will be surely missed..thoughts and prayers to all family members
Jim and Donna Gould ❤

Worked with Tim for many years and attended many Law Enforcement Schools together. Great person and will be missed. RIP brother see you on the other side.

TIM MERRILL WAS MY GUARDIAN ANGEL, HE SAVED ME WHEN I FELL OVERBOARD IN CHESUNCOOK LAKE ,ME. 15 YEARS AGO .MY FAMILY AND I WILL BE FOREVER GRATEFUL FOR HIS UNSELFISH BRAVERY, AL POULIN AND FAMILY MIDDLETON, N.H. GOOD FRIEND.

Erika. So sorry to hear about your Dad. Remember the great memories!
Prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

So sorry to hear this I send prayers for family and friend to comfort them in their grief will be great as the miss is great but God is grate and his love will comfort you and see you through this great loss. From Corinne F. Greeley Smith.

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Tim. I considered him a friend for years in law enforcement. I can recall when Tim would come to the Dances the Barrington Police use to put on and would always say he would never be a cop...I talked to him many times on the subject and Tim finally decided to take up Law Enforcement. He grew through the Ranks and became Chief.. Tim was a great guy and exceptional Chief.. You will be missed Tim.
To the family, I am sorry for the loss of TIm.. May you Rest In Peace my friend.

Tim was a wonderful person. We were fortunate to work with him when he was on Wakefield police. Our sympathy and prayers to his family.

Tim was always there no matter the time or event. He taught hunters safety at Nute and was always a pleasant police officer and Chief. He will surely be missed. Sending love and prayers to all of the family.

Our thoughts and prayers to Tims family. So sorry for your loss.

I'm so sorry for your loss. He was such a kind man and will be greatly missed. Sending loving thoughts.

There are no words that will help ease the pain of grief. Time & the strength of family love will be what heals. Our thoughts are with all of Tim's family.

We will miss your kind soul my friend! Sending our deepest sympathy to Diane and your extended family!

So sorry for your loss

Our prayers go out to the Merrill Family at this time of loss. May God bless you all in this difficult time.

I sent my condolences to the whole Merrill family. I am so sorry to hear of Tims passing. May he Rest In Peace ❤

Gayle and Jean.....so sorry for your loss. Tim was a great person.

So Sorry for your loss

Words cannot express the loss you and your family have endured! My thoughts and prayers are with you diane and your family at this time & any time! -Ailsa.m & Mountain View family!

A Great Man, great friend and a great mentor, we will miss him.

You are simply loved Tim. I send warm wishes and hugs to all of your family.

Love you Uncle Tim. I will always miss you and wish I had known sooner so I could tell you and say goodbye. You too had a spark and a beautiful heart.

So very sorry for your loss.
RIP sir thank you for your service.

Tim was always sweet to me, and I was always to see him at family reunions. My heart goes out to Diane and the family. Praying good memories of him will give you some comfort.

My condolences to the Merrill family. I am grateful to have known Tim.

My heart is with all of you right now. Tim was a great person in every way and will be greatly missed by all who was fortunate to know him. Rest in peace Timmy.

So sorry for your loss. Tim was a great man. He will be missed by many.

May God keep you in his care and his perpetual light shine upon you! To all the Merrill family, may you find peace and comfort this holiday season and know your brother is spending Jesus' birthday with him. God be with all of you and may you find joy in your hearts as you remember Tim.

So very sorry for your loss. May the memories of good times bring you peace.

In loving memory of a wonderful person. Tim was a great man and friend to many people. I'm grateful to having known him and the positive impact he had on my life. I will miss our conversations. Godspeed my friend.

We offer our deepest sympathy to the whole Merrill family and friends. Tim was a wonderful man whose presence here on earth will be greatly missed. May all his family and friends find solace in knowing that he is no longer in pain and instead resting in peace.

Sending love and my deepest sympathies to all that loved Tim. May he Rest In Peace.

.......the Heavens received a true public servant when Tim Merrill passed over. Thank you for your service and his family for their sacrifice. Always smile when you think of Tim.