MERROW, Robert E. “Bob” Merrow, 76, passed away July 26, 2011 at his residence. He was born June 17, 1935 in Brunswick, Ga and moved to Fernandina Beach thirty six years ago.
He was a Korean War Veteran serving with the U. S. Navy. Mr. Merrow was a truck driver; an owner/operator who loved driving, fishing, his favorite recliner chair and his dog, T. J.
Survivors include his daughters, Angel May (Dan) of Fernandina Beach, FL, CeCe Strawn of Greenville, NC, Robin Hickey of Fernandina Beach and Donna Edwards, also of Fernandina Beach; a son, Jack “Bubba” Joyner of Fernandina Beach; a sister, Doris Budenski (Jim) of Kingsland, GA; seven grandchildren; several great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and many friends.
Graveside funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Monday, August 1, at the Jacksonville National Cemetery, 4083 Lannie Rd., Jacksonville, FL 32218, with Rev. George Lowe officiating. Military honors will be provided by the U. S. Navy. Those attending should arrive at the cemetery gate by 12:40 p.m. Monday to form the procession.