Ralph Merritt was a former Plantation Councilman who was elected to the council in 1975 and served for over two decades. 

At the time he retired, Merritt’s career was the longest of any council member in the city’s history. Besides, he left the council in 1997 to retire but returned in 1999.

Furthermore, Ralph then decided to retire a second time, announcing he would not pursue reelection at a public meeting in late 2002. 

Ralph Merritt Obituary And Funeral Details

Ralph Merritt obituary has been searched by many people as his death news was shared on Facebook. The tragic announcement came as a shock to his well-wishers.

People who knew Ralph shared the post on Facebook, leaving everyone shocked. As soon as the news was shared, people started sharing their condolence messages to the devasted family.

Likewise, tributes are pouring on multiple social media handles as Merritt was close to everyone. Furthermore, online users were shocked when it was noted that Ralph was not the only person to die, as his wife Gloria also died.

A person on Facebook wrote, “Yesterday I lost 2 friends. Former Councilman Ralph Merritt and his wife Gloria. RIP my friends… love the Petrocelli’s.”

Reportedly, Funeral arrangements are being made on Saturday, September 16 from 10 am to 11 am at Sims Funeral Home. Memorial services will follow at 11 a.m. at Sims Chapel.

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Ralph Merritt Death Cause Linked To Suicide

Ralph Merritt death cause has been said to be linked to suicide. Detective Robert Rettig, a Plantation Police spokesperson, reported that Ralph and his wife Gloria were suffering from health problems.

Furthermore, the duo was found dead at a home in the city Thursday morning. When the news was shared, everyone was shocked.

According to Rettig, they are investigating this case and will give more updates soon. On the other hand, the family has asked for privacy at this challenging time.

So, they also ask people to keep the Merritts in their prayers and wait for more updates. The shocking demise of the Merritt couple has raised many questions on the internet.

Former Plantation Councilman Ralph Merritt Suicide Or Murder

As said earlier, the death of Ralph Marritt and his wife Gloira came as a shock to the world. Due to their death, people have asked multiple questions on the web.

Police have reported that they were found dead on Thursday morning, and preliminarily appears to be a homicide-suicide.

Furthermore, the deaths of the couple are being actively investigated, and more updates will be provided. As of now, people should stop making speculations.

Not to mention, some are saying that the pair attempted suicide, while some have assumed that they may have been murdered.