Brian R. Merritt
Kone Elevator Constructor
Member of I.U.E.C. Local # 4
TEWKSBURY: Brian R. Merritt, age 54, a resident of Tewksbury, passed away at Lahey Clinic Hospital on May 17, 2023.
He was the beloved husband of Joanne (Fayle) Merritt, whom he was married to for 10 years and devoted father of Samantha S Merritt and Catherine J. Merritt, both of Tewksbury.
Born on November 14, 1968, he was the son of Arthur R. and Jane M. (Burgess) Merritt, who survive him and reside in Tewksbury.
Brian was raised in Tewksbury and attended Tewksbury Schools, graduating Tewksbury High School in 1986.
Following high school, he began his 37-year career in the elevator construction industry. Brian worked as an Elevator Constructor for Kone Elevator Company and was a member of the International Union of Elevator Constructors Local #4.
Brian enjoyed following the Boston area sports teams, traveling to places such as California, Bermuda, Disney World and Las Vegas to name a few. He loved cooking on the grill for the family and relaxing by the firepit in the back yard.
In addition to his wife, daughters, and parents, he is survived by his sister, Michelle Flannery and her husband William, of West Roxbury; and his brother Arte Merritt and his wife Carmen. He leaves many extended family members, co-workers and friends.
Calling hours are Sunday May 21st, from 3-7 p.m. at Farmer & Dee Funeral Home, 16 Lee St, Tewksbury. His funeral procession will begin on Monday, May 22nd , at 10:30 a.m. at the funeral home, followed by his Funeral Mass at 11:30 a.m. at St. Williams Church, 1351 Main St., Rte 38, Tewksbury. Interment at St Mary Cemetery, 90 River Road, Tewksbury. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to Shriners Children’s Hospital, 51 Blossom Street, Boston, MA 02114