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Merlin David Dittus
December 31, 1969 ~ February 2, 2016 (age 46) 46 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Sheila Egged
May 9, 2022 8:19 AM
Merlin I promised Mom that I would take care of you. Right now you are keeping Jim company on my bar. I can see you every day,Chris won't get her hands on you. Johna & I miss you very much we love you rest in peace. Sheila
Message from Mark & Sandra Francis
April 8, 2016 8:17 PM
We are so sorry for your loss. Merlin helped so many students throughout the years. He will be missed.
Message from Debi Wiles
April 6, 2016 9:55 PM
Just a note to Merlin's family. I was a co worker with Merlin for several years. He was a joy to know and cared deeply about his students and their families. I was sorry to have him retire and leave the teaching field. I was blessed to share the last few years of his teaching career listening to his stories and sharing his fun sense of humor. He is missed. I didn't hear until recently that he had passed away.. I am sorry for the loss of your brother, son and my friend. Sincerely, Debi Wiles in Hardin.
A candle was lit by joseph bad bear
on April 6, 2016 8:55 PM
Message from Joseph bad bear
April 6, 2016 8:54 PM
i attended crow school during the time he taught, and even though i was in a different class than his i am glad to have known him and i am saddened to hear of his passing. he did a lot of good for his students and cared deeply for them. may he rest in peace knowing that he made a difference to so many young children.
Message from Karen Davidson Woodruff
April 6, 2016 9:47 AM
I'm so very sorry to hear of Merlin's passing. During his years at Crow Agency School he touched the lives of many students and made a difference in many lives.
A candle was lit by Rick Dunn
on March 1, 2016 6:01 PM
Message from Rick Dunn
March 1, 2016 6:01 PM
My condolences to the family. I am truly sorry for everything Dave had to go through. I hope the times we spent together in his last year brought a little happiness and distraction from a difficult road. Dave would say, "You know me, everything has to be perfect," and now I'm certain it is. Love ya Dave! Ricky
Message from Crow Agency School Staff and Students
February 8, 2016 10:43 AM
We were all so saddened to hear of Merlin's passing. We have sorely missed him these last few years. He was an integral part of our school community. Many lives have been touched and changed for the better because of his dedication and passion to his students. Please know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Rest in peace, Merlin.
Message from GFHS class of 1978
February 7, 2016 6:26 PM
Merlin is the 45th classmate that we have had to say goodbye to. Thanks Paula Delaney (Rubino) for letting me know! I've also updated our GFHS1978 website. Rest in peace, Merlin
A candle was lit by Diane and Steve Purcell
on February 7, 2016 4:42 PM
Message from Diane & Steve Purcell
February 7, 2016 4:41 PM
Johna and family. We are so sorry for your loss of your brother. Our prayers are with you.
Message from David and JaeBok Yarlott Sr.
February 7, 2016 9:33 AM
Merlin worked with JaeBok and he was always so respectful and good to us. We are so sorry to hear that Merlin passed away. We pray that God comfort and bless the family.
Message from Vic & Denise Uffelman
February 7, 2016 9:13 AM
We are so sorry about the loss of Merlin. We are glad we could help organize his belongings and help with whatever we could. We will remember the good times we had playing softball for F-Troop. He was a great first baseman. He was great fun on the lake, and he could bowl up a storm with his 'Rhino' bowling ball. He came to many family Thanksgiving dinners at the Odd Fellows hall (this was the only place large enough to hold our family). Vic could always count on Merlin to go to a movie on Sunday night (they liked the shoot em up kind of shows. ) It was nice to meet with the family and visit on Saturday.
Message from Mark and Charlene Johnson
February 6, 2016 12:44 PM
We extend our sincere condolence to the family. Mark and Merlin started their teaching careers at Crow. They became good friend and when Mark and I got married we considered him a part of our family. Merlin helped Mark coach football and they had several winning seasons. He was very involved with our oldest child Alyssa. He was such a big help and a good friend. I remember him as always willing to help when we needed anything. Mark remembers him as an excellent teacher. We will certainly miss him.
Message from Linda Urquhart
February 5, 2016 6:18 PM
Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of Merlin. We all remember the kids and families we grew up with. I remember the blue pedal car, and the apples from your back yard. I think you were the first family I knew that had cable TV and air conditioning. I drive by the house and remember those things, The apple trees are gone and so are the manicured pine trees in the front. I am sorry he is no longer with us. Linda Jankens Urquhart.
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