of Bryant, AR
August 27, 1953 - April 10, 2017
Jimmy Leon Merritt, 63, of Bryant died Monday, April 10, 2017. He was born August 27, 1953 in Little Rock to the late Joseph Emett and Lilly Imo Merritt. In addition to his parents, one stepson, Joshua Evans, two brothers, and one sister also preceded him in death.
Survivors include his wife, Jody Merritt of Bryant; one stepson, Brady Ward of Little Rock; one granddaughter, Cecilia Ward of Little Rock; one grandson, Hunter Peach of Little Rock, and several nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held at 7:00 p.m. Thursday, April 13, 2017 in the chapel of Roller-Ballard Funeral Home (315-4047) with Randy Wood officiating.
A time of visitation will be from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m., one hour prior to service at the funeral home.
Dearest Jody and Family,
May the Good Lord wrap His Loving Arms around you with comfort and love that we've never felt before. It's so hard to let go but we know some sweet day we will all be together again. It's so wonderful that Our Father in Heaven promises us a new body without any pain anymore! Praise God! Jimmy fought hard and he never let go of his believe in our Father. He knew with all his heart that there was a better place waiting with our Father and all our family and friends that are waiting for him with open arms. I appreciated all the prayer Jim prayed for me. So thoughtful even in his condition. Jim will be greatly missed. He always had a good word to say to make what ever situation you were going through, his prayers and faith would lift you up and it was not so bad. Jody you guys are family to me and I will always love you sister and our family. God Bless you and cause His Face to shine upon you. May He lifted you up and carry you during this tough time. My prayers are with you. Love Always, Frankie
So sorry to hear about Jimmy. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. With deepest sympathy.
Jo Elliott and Jim Clouette
Jody,
I am so very sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing. So many memories are flooding my mind at this moment. May he rest in peace. I will be praying for you always. I love you so much. If you need me, please let me know.
Your friend and with all my love, Kiah
Very sorry for the families loss! Hold on to the Love, not the loss!
Jody,
We are so sorry for your loss. Jimmy was a great man and definitely one of a kind. I never talked to him that he didn't have a story to share and was he so proud of his family. He was a good guy who took pride in his work and we were appreciative of his efforts. We are praying that you can feel the presence of the Lord as he provides you with the strength and peace needed to get you through this time of loss and sorrow. Please know that we will continue to pray for you and your family as Jimmy would want. Let us know if there is anything that we can do to help.
What an awesome legacy that Jimmy left with us. He has impacted countless lives for the Glory of God! We love and will miss you and we will see you again!
So very sorry for your loss! Prayers for your family!
Praying for you Jody and family.
We're so sorry for your loss.
I am so sorry for your loss, if you need anything I am only a phone call away. Love you