John M. Merrick, age 84, beloved husband of Janella "Jan," nee Wallman. Loving father of Monte (Kim) Merrick. Cherished grandfather of Jon (fiancée Jaime), Dan and Kiersten Merrick. Founder of Custom Plate Glass in Posen, IL. Memorial Visitation Saturday, October 24, 2015, from 2:00 p.m. until time of Memorial Service at 4:00 p.m. at Colonial Chapel, 15525 S. 73rd Ave., (155th/Wheeler Dr. & Harlem) Orland Park, IL. Memorials to Crete Township Fire Department preferred. Express your thoughts and condolences at colonialchapel.com 708-532-5400.