LEWISTON- Robert Andrew Merrill, age 55, passed away on 10/09/2026 peacefully at home, 113 Gagne St.
He was born in Portland, Maine on March 6, 1971, to the late Donald James Merrill Sr. and Annie Edna (Jensen) Merrill.
Robert attended Portland schools until 9th grade, he dropped out, got his GED. He started working at age 16, he worked for Shaws for 22 years as a Sales Coordinator.
Robert had a smile that never ended and had an unforgettable laugh. He enjoyed spending time with his family, going to the lakes, BBQ, amusement parks, fishing and camping. No
conversation was off topic with Robert, whether it was about life, politics, family or personal.
Robert had his mother's heart and soul, his life centered around his nieces and nephews, and his dog, Sat-fire, she chose him to be her owner.
Robert was a die hard Pat's fan and loved watching the games with his family! Robert and his sister Tammy were very close. Robert was the baby of the family and also the backbone and
glue, he held the family together. He had a good sense of humor and enjoyed a good joke and laugh. Alicia and Lynn were his favorite nieces, they brought him Reese's and crabmeat.
Robert was predeceased by his father, Donald J. Merrill Sr., mother, Annie E. Merrill, three brothers,
Richard L. Merrill, Louis H. Merrill, Kevin L. Merrill, two nephews, Scott H. Merrill, and Randy F. Merrill.
He is survived by Patrik J. Merrill, his wife, Karen Merrill, Donald J. Merrill of Auburn, Mike J. Merrill, and wife Dotti Merrill, Frank R. Merrill and partner, Donna Harmon. Sisters, Dorothy E. Merrill, Mary A. Packard, Tammy A. Elwell-Merrill. And many nieces and nephews, and great nieces and nephews.
Robert will be truly missed and loved.
A celebration of life will be held on 10/17/2026 in South Portland, 413 Broadway St. at 2:30 pm, come and join the life of Robert.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Chad E. Poitras Cremation and Funeral Service, Buxton, www.mainefuneral.com