Maynard Henry “Hank” Merrick, 65, of Butte, died Monday June 16, 2025. A Family celebration will be at a later date. Burial will be in the Point of Rocks Cemetery in Twin Bridges, Mt.
Hank was born in Butte, December 23, 1959. He attended Whittier school, East Jr High and Butte High school. At Butte High, Hank was in Gymnastics, Vice President of VICA (Vocational Industrial Clubs of America), participated in the Drama club building stage sets and lighting for productions. Hank figure skated with his sister in the Butte Figure Skating Club for 12 years. He was valued for his creative skills to set up staging, lighting and music. Hank loved fishing trips, good music and loved to dance. He enjoyed restoring old cars. He cherished all his animals and lifetime friendships.
In 1985, he joined the International Union of Elevator Constructors. He worked for several of the major elevator companies throughout the Pacific Northwest, California and Alaska. Hank also was a heavy equipment mechanic for local and regional companies.
Hank was preceded in death by both parents; Henry A Merrick & Therlean Nyhart Merrick and a brother Mitchell A Merrick. Hank is survived by his wife Kristine Fairchild Merrick, daughter Morgan Joy Merrick, sister Melanie & Jud Keiser of Liberty Lake, WA., and Aunt Lela Nyhart-Guinard of Joliet, MT.; and numerous cousins and family members throughout Montana.
Visit below to offer condolences to the family or share a memory of Hank. Axelson Funeral and Cremation Services has been privileged to care for Hank and his family.
Service Schedule
Service Schedule
Share
Kathy Mellen says
Melanie and Merrick Family, sorry to hear about Hank may he rest in peace. We’re sure you have wonderful memories to cherish forever.
Kathy Merrick Mellen and Family
William Navarro says
Chris and Morgan so sorry for your loss.