Merrill Evan Cobb, 85 New Smyrna Beach FL died Friday, June 18, 2010. Merrill was born in Lincoln, Maine. He served in the US Navy during WWII as a Radioman 2nd Class. He then earned his Bachelor’s Degree at the University of Maine and a Doctorate in Education from the University of Massachusetts. Merrill served as Superintendent of Schools in Littleton, Massachusetts with 35 years of service. He then served as Professor of Education at University of Maine. He and his wife retired to Florida coming to New Smyrna Beach in 1997 from Haines City.
He leaves to cherish his memory his wife of 64 years Wilma, daughters Jane Fronk of Sacramento, CA, Patricia Howard of New Smyrna Beach, a son Stephen Cobb of New Smyrna Beach, brother Floyd Cobb of Lee, ME, seven grandchildren Todd Pressley, Seth Pressley, Alison Fronk, Ryan Howard, Amy Pixton, Emily Colon, Jaysen Cobb and seven great grandchildren Hali, Devon, Aidee, Darek, Emma, Matthew and Owen.
Memorial donations are requested to Lee Academy 46 Winn Road Lee, ME 04455.
love you Grampy
With love and prayers,
Iris
I was so sorry to read of Merrill's passing in Sunday's paper.
I have wonderful memories of many, many limericks that Merrill recited during the years that I worked with him in the education department at UMGP- Gorham. He was always so pleasant and so engaging, and his smile and wonderful sense of humor kept me - and others - positive.
My favorite limerick is kind of bawdy and begins,
"An ardent young couple named Kelly
Were found stuck, belly to belly...."
(You can use your imagination for the rest!)
You are in my thoughts and prayers, Wilma.
Don
Love & Blessings
Jim & Shirley
Dear Wilma: So sorry to hear of Cousin Merrill's passing. I am so grateful for the nice visit you made with us awhile back. Losing your life partner is not easy, but our Heavenly Father- and your loving family will be your solace. God bless you and the family. Lorraine
You have been such a HUGE blessing in my childhood and adult life! Whether it was tutoring me through college algebra, helping me with my taxes, taking my children to get icecream, arriving at the family gatherings with a smile and a cold beer :), and mostly believing in Mike & I's dream to open a restaurant. You are and were the definition of greatness!!!! I wasnt ready for you to go, but I know that we will meet again in His kingdom...have a cold one waiting. I love you, Em
May GOD bless the entire Cobb/Howard families.
Blessings to you both, in Christ's name.
Barry and Bonnie
Love Marianne Luchansky
I love you. Jane
love,
m
God Bless
Love, David and MaryEllen