Michael J. Merry Obituary

The memory of Michael J. Merry of Freeport, Illinois, who passed away on December 31, 2025 at the age of 67, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Michael J. Merry to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, John Merry and Anna Marie Merry (Heistad); his grandsons, Nathaniel, Christopher and Matthew Lutz; his sisters, Joanne Roof and Catherine Merry; his niece Mary Catherine Fuller; and his father-in-law Lyle Printz.

He is survived by: his wife Pam; his children, Ashley Abate (Jim), Heather Lutz (Travis), Jess Merry (Cara) and Justin Merry (Lynsie); his grandchildren, Sophia, Deacon and Jennings Abate; his children, Lincoln, Jaxon Lutz, Drake, Blaire Merry, Drew and Madisen Merry; his sisters, Marcia Gieck (Sam) and Carol Merry; his mother-in-law Marcia Printz; and his sisters-in-law, Tammy Kelly (Jeff) and Kim Printz. He is also survived by several nieces & nephews.

A memorial fund has been established in his name.