Stephen Schwarzman

Isla, Our deepest condolences on the death of your mother. As I mentioned at the funeral, you and your entire family remain in our thoughts; may the memories of the past bring solace. 

Dan 

Dan and Margaret Loeb

Manhattan

I was saddened when I heard the news of Merrill's death. She was a thoughtful and caring individual. We met at the Old Collier Club in Naples; Merrill and Bayard were a frequent presence at the club, and Merrill's warmth was evident. After Big Bay died, as Merrill referred to Bayard, I would see Merrill, and her radiant smile was as welcoming as ever. She mourned Big Bay and celebrated their long, happy marriage. I was surprised to learn through her obituary she was 95 years old; she had the energy and gait of someone 30 years younger. In all the many years I knew Merrill, I never heard her complain about anyone or anything. She loved her family, her faith, and her friends. I will miss Merrill, and my prayers are with her family. 

Inez Halford Newman

Marco Island, Florida 

I'm so sorry for the loss of Merrill. I'll always think of her whenever I see a beautiful Orchid, Merrill's Greenhouse, filled with the most fabulous Orchids, was magnificent. She will be missed; her long life led to many friends. 

Mimi Kemble

We were very saddened when we heard the news of Merrill's death. She was a remarkable woman and someone who made a difference in so many ways. Electra and Isla, you both remain in our thoughts and prayers. With Love. 

Calvert

George Braniff Moore and Calvert Moore

New York, 

My condolences to Merrill's family. I first met Merrill when we were both living at the Sherry Netherland, how marvelous it was of Merrill to include us in the inner circle she and Bayard had gathered. Our friendship was one of decades, learning, sharing, and at time grieving. I shall miss my dear friend, and will think of our years together as friends often. 

Jeanne Lambert Woodruff Swift

Palm Beach, FL. 

Electra and Isla, My thoughts and prayers are with you both. 

Betina Portago

Barcelona, Spain

Allie Gardiner Goelet

New York.

My sincere sympathy on the death of Merrill. She was a lovely woman, whom was admired by so many. 

Allison J. Hendricks

New York, New York

My sincere condolences to the family of Mimi (Merrill). She was a joy to be around and even more so to love and have that loved returned. I met Merrill and Bayard through a very good friend and colleague, over dinner one evening in Manhattan, I felt as if I had known them my entire life. Mimi will be missed by so many, the least of whom me. I had made it to the ranks of being deserving to refer to Merrill as Mimi, that is lofty. 

Sincerely

Ken Griffin

Cabot and Frances Lodge

Nantucket, MA.