Merrick Family Sorrows
Loss of a Son and Daughter

Noted as a caring brother, Walter was involved in many things from discovering a claim to hanging out with fire boys.

Son discovered a spring in hills, staked a claim
In regard to: Merrick,
May 10 1879

Death, age 8 yrs, 9 mo, inflammation of bowels
In regard to: Merrick, Walter
Oct 08 1880

Walter took care of little sister, inseparable
In regard to: Merrick, Blanche
Oct 09 1880

Little friend was 9 years old, a very promising boy
In regard to: Merrick, Walter
Oct 09 1880

Youngest member of Deadwood Hook, firemen attend funeral
In regard to: Merrick, Walter
Oct 09 1880

Funeral will take place from home on Taylor Avenue
In regard to: Merrick, Walter
Oct 09 1880

Funeral of son, Walter, to be at 10:00 today
In regard to: Merrick, A.W.
Oct 09 1880