Roderick Lee Merrill, 49, passed into eternity on July 10, 2022. He was born on November 20, 1972 in Springfield, Massachusetts. Rod grew up in Topsham, ME and attended school at Mt. Ararat. For the past couple of years, he had lived in Springfield, MA and Wilton, ME. Growing up he enjoyed skateboarding, skiing, flag football, laser tag, building a tree fort and working with his Dad. In recent years, he played EverQuest, a good game of cribbage, and looked forward to seeing his family, friends and spending time with them. Rod was selfless and willing to help those in need and rarely said no. Even though he lived in New England, he was a diehard fan of the Green Bay Packers. Brett Favre was his favorite quarterback and he stuck by his team.
Rod is survived by his beloved daughter, Kaelie Mae Balz of Springfield, FL; his mother, Christine A. LeMay-Kenyon and husband Robert L. Kenyon II of Springfield, MA; his father, Frederick A. Merrill and wife (Linda Aldrich Merrill RIP) of Eldon, MO; brothers, Devin A. Merrill of Eldon, MO, Heath A. Merrill of Bowdoinham; step brothers and sisters, Robert L. Kenyon III and Scott L. Kenyon of Massachusetts, Debbie Sloan of Maine, and Heather Smith of Texas; many aunts, uncles, nephews, nieces, cousins, and friends. Rod was predeceased by his loving grandparents, Roland A. and Lucille I. (Aubrey) LeMay of Chicopee, MA, Richard A. and Patricia (Fredericks) Merrill of Eldon, MO.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in his name to a place of your choice.
A private family interment will be held at a later date. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Dan & Scott’s Cremation & Funeral Service, 488 Farmignton Falls Rd., Farmington, ME 04938
Love you Rod 💔
Camping with Rod at Hard Pines at Lake Cobbossee Val’s camp for summers was one of my favorite memories with Rod. We both loved baseball cards and Val and Dan. I will miss you Rod. You were always smiling even if you got mad when I cleaned with Bleach. Lol we had a lot of fun together. You were the best at fixing computers. I am glad we were friends and I love you forever. You always will be remembered. Axel Rose doesn’t hold a key to you. Always and Forever
Love you my brother I’ll miss you very much You are my best friend and you will always be with me
So very sorry for your loss Chris, prayers that Rod is at peace now help comfort you during this difficult time. Much love and many prayers to you and your family. ❤️🙏🏻