Michael J. Merva, 83, of Cochranville, PA passed away on Monday, July 7, 2014 at the Harrison Senior Living in Christiana, PA. Michael was the husband of the late Joan Mary Mountjoy Merva with whom he had shared 53 years of marriage.
Born in Morrisdale, PA, he was the son of the late Michael and Mary Balough Merva.
Michael served honorably with the US Marine Corps receiving the Purple Heart for being wounded in action during the Korean War.
He was employed at Oscar Mayer in Philadelphia as a mechanic for 31 years.
He is survived by two sons, Harliquin RW Merva, husband of Misael Maldonado of New York City and Michael, husband of Jody Merva of Lancaster and two brothers; George Merva and Ed Merva.
Graveside Services, with military honors, will be held on Monday, July 14, 2014 at 11:00AM (which would have been the 89th birthday of his late wife) at the Cochranville Methodist Cemetery, Cochranville, PA
Online condolences can be posted at www.wildefuneralhome.com
Condolences
My condolences
Ronnie & Merva Family,
My sincerest condolences for your loss. In times like these, it's hard to find the right words to say. I want you to know that you & your family are in my thoughts & prayers are with you & your family. I'm here for you Ronnie, as my father passed away 10 years ago, on the day after Father's Day. I understand the grief and healing process. It's very hard, and you will go through many emotions. Please reach out to me, as I want to be there for you in any way I can, any time. With all of my love,
Paige
Ron & Family,
Ron & Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I know that this is a difficult time for those left behind, but Ron you were so good to your father and spent every spare moment with him. If there is anything I can do please don't hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
Mary
I wanted to offer my
I wanted to offer my heartfelt condolences. I know the pain of death is heart breaking, but God's word offers us a wonderful hope.John 5:28, 29 "Do not marvel at this, because the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out!"
Revelations 21:3,4 "With that I heard a loud voice from the throne say: 'Look! The tent of God is with mankind, and he will reside with them, and they will be his peoples. And God himself will be with them. And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.'"
I hope these scriptures have brought you a measure of comfort. You will be in my prayers.
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