David Michael Merritt, Sr., age 29, of Douglas, GA passed away at his residence on Monday, February 21, 2011. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents: Vernon and Jessie Lee Merritt of Broxton, GA. Mr. Merritt was employed by Elixir Industries as a metal worker and he was a member of DeBerry Baptist Church. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, February 24, 2011 at Rocky Creek Church Cemetery at 2:00 p.m. Survivors include: wife: Sarah Merritt, Douglas, GA; children: Brooke Renee Merritt, Nicole Diane Merritt and David Michael Merritt, Jr. all of Douglas, GA; parents: Roy Luke and Lisa Jan Merritt, Douglas, GA; brothers: Roy Edward (April) Merritt, Douglas, GA, Shannon Ashley (Sheila) Merritt, Broxton, GA; special aunt: Robin (Terry Dale) McLeod, Hawkinsville, GA; maternal grandparents: Edward & Ernestine Williams, Douglas, GA. The family will receive friends at the home of Edward and Ernestine Williams in Nicholls, GA. Sims Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.