He enjoyed music, riding horses and learning about Native American History.

He is survived by his wife, Diane Merck; daughter, Melissa and husband Adal Leon, three grandchildren, Rosie, Anthony and Aron; daughter, Kelly and husband Tommy Hendrix, grandson, Rocky; son, Douglas "Deejay" Wayne Merck, Jr., grandson Leo; step-children, Mary Hillard, Stevie Riles and TJ Riles; sisters and brothers, Sheila Smith and husband, Gail Peterson, Sissy Mode and husband, Tammy Johnson and husband and Chuck Merck and wife; niece, Boot and many more.

He is predeceased by his parents, Charles V. Merck and Clara M. Merck; brother, Ronnie Merck.

Arrangements entrusted to Robert Morgan Funeral and Cremation Service of Boiling Springs, NC.