Charles William “Billy Merritt, of Kenedy, Texas born March 23, 1931 in Kenedy, TX passed away on Saturday, December 8, 2018 at the age of 87. Billy is preceded in death by his parents, William (Bill) Merritt and Thelma Dunn Merritt.  He is survived by his wife Margaret; his sons: Mike (Debbie L.) Merritt of Victoria, TX and Pat (Debbie D.) of Huffman, TX; grandsons: Jason Merritt wife Kristine, Josh Merritt, Jacob Merritt wife Sarah, Clay Merritt, Tyler Merritt wife Jessica; great grandchlildren: Braden Merritt, Zach Merritt, Kate Merritt, Kensey Merritt, Rylee Merritt, Parker Merritt, Cannon Merritt, Callahan Merritt; brother: C.J. (Carol) Merritt of Grand Prairie,TX and other relatives. Visitation will be held Wednesday, December 12, 2018 at 9:00a.m. with Funeral Services at 11:00a.m. at Eckols Chapel with interment in Choate Cemetery. Pallbearers: Jason, Josh, Jacob, Clay Tyler and Braden Merritt.