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Merrell Earl Pettigrew passed peacefully in his sleep on September 5, 2023. Merrell was born on February 15, 1966 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana to Barbara Fenn Pettigrew and Billy Pettigrew. He graduated from Tara High School in Baton Rouge in 1985 and attended LSU. Merrell specialized in AC repairs, working in maintenance at hospitals and other facilities throughout his career.

 

Merrell is preceded in death by his parents, Barbara and Billy. He is survived …

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I am so sorry for your loss.  Please try to take comfort in thought that Merrill will not be in discomfort any longer. …

I am so sorry for your loss.  Please try to take comfort in thought that Merrill will not be in dis…

I am so sorry for your loss.  Please try to take comfort in thou…

You were like the big brother I never had! I will keep all the memories of you being like family for the past 47 years.…
You were like the big brother I never had! I will keep all the memories of you being like family fo…
You were like the big brother I never had! I will keep all the m…
We were bestve of friends for 45 years
We were bestve of friends for 45 years
We were bestve of friends for 45 years
Words can’t describe how sorry I am at this loss. You’re in my prayers.
 
Words can’t describe how sorry I am at this loss. You’re in my prayers.
 
Words can’t describe how sorry I am at this loss. You’re in my p…

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Fred's on the smite river
Fred's on the smite river
Fred's on the smite river

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Born

February 15th, 1966
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Graduated from high school

1985
Tara High School, Whitehall Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA
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Passed away

September 5th, 2023
Baton Rouge, LA

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