Floyd Merrifield Jr.

October 21, 1927 - February 14, 2021

Floyd Merrifield Jr., 93, of Claverack, went to Heaven on Sunday February 14, 2021. He was the first born son, on October 21, 1927 to Mary (Martino) and Floyd Merrifield Sr. Floyd was born in the house right next door to the homes he resided in his entire life. Floyd was a hard worker. He worked with his father and his brother on the family fruit orchards. He worked the farm from 5 years old until he was 80. He loved fishing, hunting, driving his tractor, any everything involving nature. He was a lifetime member of St. Thomas Lutheran Church in Churchtown, where he held the position of Financial Secretary for over 60 years. Floyd also served as President of Claverack Cooperative Insurance for many years. Floyd will be remembered as a devoted family man, kind friend and neighbor, and a God loving Christian. He is survived by his loving and understanding wife of 69 years, Florence (Orsted) Merrifield, his daughter Sharon Johnson, granddaughter Rachel (Kyle) Hoffman, and great granddaughter Charlotte Hoffman. Floyd is also survived by his sisters Mary Jane Rothstein and Carol Ann Giordano, along with several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Floyd is predeceased by his son Chester Floyd Merrifield and his brother Walter Merrifield. Funeral services will be private. Please leave online condolences at batesanderson.com.