Joseph H. Merchant, 86, of Salem, NH died Sun., Aug. 14th at the VA Medical Center, Boston, MA.
Joe grew up in Methuen, MA and graduated from the Edward F. Searles High School, the Stockbridge School of Agriculture and Northeastern University, School of Business. He proudly served in the US Army during WW II. Joe treasured his experience at Western Electric and founded Merchant Tool Supply where he enjoyed working with many business owners for decades.
Joe was a member of the Lawrencian Ski Club and he enjoyed gardening, skiing, snowmobiling, winters in Florida and the beach.
He will be missed by those that loved him.
Memorial Visitation will be held Saturday, Aug. 20th from 9-11 AM at Douglas & Johnson Funeral Home, 214 Main St., Salem, NH.
The Graveside service will follow at Pine Grove Cemetery, Salem, NH.
Memorial donations may be made to: VA Medical Center, 718 Smyth Rd., Manchester, NH 03104. These donations help fund recreational activities that improve the quality of life for the residents of the community living center.