Mr. Chris Allen "Coach" Merritt, of Warrenton, passed away on Wednesday, March 18. He was born on April 13, 1955 in St. Louis, to the late Burdell and Beth (nee: Dayhuff) Merritt. 

Coach Merritt was preceded in death by his parents. Surviving family members include his loving wife, Diana; his children, Timothy Merritt, Jamie Merritt, Robin Merritt; one grandchild; three siblings; nieces, nephews; other relatives, many friends and former students.

No services are planned for Coach Merritt at this time.