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Dr. Gary Paul Merritt
June 17, 1954 ~ October 12, 2016 (age 62) 62 Years Old Light a Candle
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A candle was lit by Shree Collins
on February 20, 2017 9:54 AM
Message from Shree Collin
February 20, 2017 9:53 AM
I just learned of Dr. Merrit's passing... I am at a loss of words. total shock. I so loved him and very much enjoyed my visits. He made going to the dentist fun.. smiling... I always looked forward to it. I think we all had a crush on him. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. RIP dear man...
A candle was lit by Christian & Lori Proctor
on December 12, 2016 3:37 PM
A candle was lit by Tonika Camp
on October 19, 2016 9:08 PM
A candle was lit by Becky Foster. I will miss YOU my Friend. Thank you
on October 18, 2016 11:22 PM
Message from Pam Morgan
October 18, 2016 5:20 PM
I will miss working with Dr. Merritt, co workers and all of the patients/friends I have made over my 17 years of working at the office.....it will be a huge void as he was not only my boss but my friend.
Message from Joanne Davenport
October 19, 2016 7:53 PM
Pam I am so sorry could not believe it. Mike told me he was in accident and I started to call him and so wish I had.He is in a better place and I know how happy he is.
Jo
Jo
A candle was lit by Pam Morgan
on October 18, 2016 5:14 PM
Message from The Ben Hampton family
October 18, 2016 10:20 AM
We are so sorry for your loss.
Message from Micki Walker
October 17, 2016 10:12 PM
I am so saddened by Gary's death. He was my long-term dentist who worked so hard to save my teeth. He was always honest, direct, and very fair financially. Pam, Allysa, and others who have been part of his staff are more than staff, they are great and I love them,as I did Gary, as part of my family.
My love and prayers are there for Kathy, Carolyn, and the remaining boys. Their mom was one of my nursing instructors. She was a force to be reckoned with and Gary had many of her qualities, such as honesty, perfectionism, being trustworthy and highly skilled. He will be greatly missed!
My love and prayers are there for Kathy, Carolyn, and the remaining boys. Their mom was one of my nursing instructors. She was a force to be reckoned with and Gary had many of her qualities, such as honesty, perfectionism, being trustworthy and highly skilled. He will be greatly missed!
Message from Linda, Larry and LeAnne Gilleland
October 17, 2016 9:31 PM
You all are in our thoughts and prayers. So saddened with the loss of your loved one. Our AWESOME GOD will supply all of your needs.
Message from Sherry Allen
October 17, 2016 7:29 PM
I am so saddened by Dr. Merritt's passing. I am one of his patients, and one of the many things that set him over and above other doctors was his honesty; never would he suggest a procedure I didn't need. I was never nervous about any procedure he performed, as he always took the greatest care to assure whatever he did would be as painless as possible. What a wonderful medical professional and man! All of you will be in my prayers. Rest in Peace, Dr. Merritt; you'll be very much missed...
Message from Renee Pass
October 17, 2016 4:40 PM
To Dr. Merritt, my friend and dentist. You will be missed greatly. I will never forget your laugh and the huge heart you had for others. Your staff are blessed to have worked for someone that thought of them as family and not just employees. You have forever touched my heart in a special way. My heart is saddened with this loss.
Message from Sherry Kelley
October 17, 2016 2:42 PM
I am saddened to hear about Dr. Merritt's passing. He was my dentist for years and was such a nice person. I remember last year I had an emergency dental issue over the Christmas holidays. I called his office for an appointment, they squeezed me in, and he even gave me his cell and home phone numbers in case I had any problems. He was very caring towards his patients and went above and beyond to help them. He will be greatly missed.
A candle was lit by Karen Schuetze
on October 17, 2016 2:01 PM
Message from Karen Schuetze
October 17, 2016 2:00 PM
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Dr. Merritt. He became my dentist when we moved to Gainesville in 2006. One of the reasons was because he was my Mom and Dad's dentist. He always took special care of me when needed. Since we both had CKS, I always got to play with Kingston & Camden on every visit. Pam and Alyssa are the best. He will truly be missed!
A candle was lit by Jane Braselton
on October 17, 2016 11:02 AM
A candle was lit by David and Lisa Fife
on October 17, 2016 9:07 AM
A candle was lit by Catherine Martin Martin GHS CLASS of '79
on October 17, 2016 7:12 AM
A candle was lit by Kingston & Kamden, We love you and miss you
on October 17, 2016 12:52 AM
Message from Jeanette Lash
October 16, 2016 7:57 PM
Dr. Merritt was such a wonderful man. He will surely be missed.
Message from Chris & Shelley Harner and family
October 16, 2016 7:01 PM
We are truly saddened by this news. Dr. Merritt has been our dentist since we moved to Georgia 15 years ago. He was so kind and took great care of all of us through the years. Our condolences go out to his family, and special staff Pam. Alyssa and Becky. God bless and our prayers are with you all.
Message from Dr. Lewis Petree
October 16, 2016 6:30 PM
Dr. Merritt was a dear friend and colleague. I thoroughly enjoyed working in his office with Pam, Elyssa and Becky. It was always a pleasure to bring my laughter to his office. He was a fine clinician who really cared for his patients and staff. They were a part of his family too!
My thoughts and prayers are with his family, patients and staff! He will miss missed by us all! A truely good guy, a bit rough around the edges, but truely a good guy!
My thoughts and prayers are with his family, patients and staff! He will miss missed by us all! A truely good guy, a bit rough around the edges, but truely a good guy!
Message from LTC R. A. Schuetze (USA Retired)
October 16, 2016 2:49 PM
Prayers for the family.
Message from Kari Emerson
October 16, 2016 11:28 AM
I am sorry to hear about your brother, Kathy! I am praying for Him to comfort you and your family.
A candle was lit by Laura Maness
on October 16, 2016 8:40 AM
Message from Libby Roberts Jackson
October 16, 2016 7:14 AM
So sorry for your loss.
Message from John and Barbara Ward
October 16, 2016 6:44 AM
To Larry and all of your family-We are sorry for your loss.
Message from Millie Roper
October 15, 2016 8:43 PM
Dr. Merritt had taken care of my dental needs for 20 yrs +. He was always kind but very professional. He took care to make me comfortable. I saw him when I was in need of a crown. He said to me the first time I went to him: "Millie, if you should have a problem day or night call me." We are very saddened to hear of his passing, it is like loosing a very close friend. We will miss him. I pray God's richest blessings on his family and those who he loved.
Message from Tommy Byrd
October 15, 2016 7:35 PM
Gary and I were friends since high school and he had been my dentist since he started practicing in Gainesville--We always had a good time catching up when I went in for a cleaning or something more serious--Had a great staff and I will miss seeing them.
Message from Vickie White
October 15, 2016 4:49 PM
Gary was a dear friend and a wonderful dentist. I always trusted his advice and knew he was a straight shooter that would never try to push any service on you that wasn't necessary. He would even argue with me when I would request something that he didn't think should be done! I adored his staff and his service dogs! Rich and I send our love to all! Vickie White
Message from Carol Maybach
October 15, 2016 4:25 PM
Dr. Merrit has been our family dentist for many years and we are saddened by his passing. Our thoughts and prayers to the family. He cared for his patients in a gruff but compassonate manner.
A candle was lit by Teresa Brewer
on October 15, 2016 1:23 PM
Message from Daphne Stiles
October 15, 2016 12:38 PM
My condolences to family, friends and his employees! I will miss seeing him drive into the office with his sidekicks! Sometimes I wasn't sure who was driving. Him or his beloved dogs! I know they miss him dearly! Dr Merritt will be greatly missed in the Gainesville Dental community!
A candle was lit by Daphne Stiles
on October 15, 2016 12:36 PM
A candle was lit by Janette Williams Long time patient. So sorry for your loss.
on October 15, 2016 12:27 PM
Message from George and Denise Margavich
October 15, 2016 11:22 AM
So sorry to hear of Gary's passing. Your family will be in our hearts and prayers.
Message from Patricia Adams
October 15, 2016 11:10 AM
I am so sorry to hear that we lost such a good person. Dr. Merritt was my dentist for many years, one of the best. Prayers will be said for his family and office staff. Dr. Merritt was, in fact, the dentist for my children and grandchildren and will be missed by all of us.
A candle was lit by Ron Clary
on October 15, 2016 10:55 AM
A candle was lit by Jase McDougle for Dr. Merritt's Boys, Kingston & Kamden
on October 15, 2016 10:26 AM
Message from Donna mcmillan
October 15, 2016 10:03 AM
There are no word to say on the sadness I feel and the love for this guy not only as my dentist but my friend. You will be missed by so so many. My heart goes out to all his family and staff.
A candle was lit by Todd and Donna mcmillan
on October 15, 2016 9:57 AM
Message from Dianne Stephens Bargren
October 15, 2016 8:30 AM
I remember Gary from school. He was very sweet and smart.
I pray his family knows he can fish in Heaven!!!!
I pray his family knows he can fish in Heaven!!!!
Message from The Rowland's
October 14, 2016 7:11 PM
We are very sorry for your loss. He will be missed terribly for being a funny and kind soul. We will always remember him for his love of animals, especially Kingston and Camden. Bill, Marti, Hunter, and Matt
A candle was lit by Love and Prayers for this family. David & Sherrill Day
on October 14, 2016 6:27 PM
A candle was lit by John T. Tran
on October 14, 2016 6:23 PM
A candle was lit by Donna Johnson Saye
on October 14, 2016 4:32 PM
A candle was lit by LaDonna McDougle Irvin
on October 14, 2016 3:46 PM
A candle was lit by David Davenport
on October 14, 2016 2:16 PM
Message from Beverly Bonnette Andersen
October 14, 2016 1:39 PM
On behalf of our Facebook group, "I'm A GHS Red Elephant", condolences are extended to the family, friends and patients of Dr. Gary Merritt.
Gary was a member of GHS class of 1972.
May his legacy live on through all of his loved ones.
Beverly Bonnette Andersen, Class of 1972
Administrator, "I'm A GHS Red Elephant"
Gary was a member of GHS class of 1972.
May his legacy live on through all of his loved ones.
Beverly Bonnette Andersen, Class of 1972
Administrator, "I'm A GHS Red Elephant"
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