Merlo, Louis A of Mehlville, MO, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 22, 2019.
Born October 9, 1942 in St. Louis, Missouri to the late Tony and Ada (Crippa) Merlo. He is preceded in death by brother Joe Merlo and wife Carol and brother in-law Mike Young.
Survived by his wife of 55 years, Marilyn (nee Richert), brother Norman Merlo (Josie) and sister in law Susie Young. Father of Lynn Hyde (Jeff), Michael Merlo (Tina), Karen Blume (Jim). Loving grandfather of Taylor Johnson (Josh), Katelyn Hyde, Natalie Hyde, Allison Blume, Sarah Blume, and Jake Blume. Great grandpa to Sadie Nikole Johnson. He leaves behind nieces and nephews; and many other relatives and dear friends whom loved as family.
Lou was a 1960 graduate of Christian Brothers College (CBC). He was proud of his Italian heritage and growing up on “The Hill.” Lou worked 37 years as a letter carrier for the United States Postal Service. Rain, snow, sleet or shine, he delivered the mail on his walking route. After retirement, he went to work for Enterprise Rental Company for 10 years. He gained many new retiree friends as they moved cars from location to location.
Lou was an active father supporting his kids in all their endeavors and lit up when he was around his grandchildren. Louie was a great storyteller and was known to weave in the occasional colorful joke. He enjoyed his weekly softball games and running the Men’s league at Grasso field. He was known for all his video tapes (and cutting out the ending), sitting on the front porch passing time with the neighbors, and memories of camping in Destin, Florida.
Visitation at St. Ambrose Catholic Church, 5130 Wilson Ave., 63110, Saturday January 26, from 9:30 a.m. until funeral mass time at 11:00 am. Interment will be held in private.
In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made on Lou’s behalf to the American Parkinson Disease Association – Greater St. Louis Chapter. https://www.apdaparkinson.org/community/st-louis/ways-to-give-stl/