Merrill J. Bristow
November 30, 1940 - January 25, 2022
A kind and gentle man with a big smile entered heaven on Tuesday, January 25, 2022, when Merrill J. (Jim) Bristow passed away at Menifee Valley Hospital. He was born November 30, 1940, in Washington and moved to California as a very young boy. He honorably served his country as a member of the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. Jim was an excellent mechanic, working many years for the City of Newport Beach repairing police and city vehicles. He is a 29-year resident of Hemet. Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 43 years, Marilyn (Jill) and his extended family of in-laws, nieces, nephews, and friends. A celebration of his life and military service will follow at a future date.
A kind and gentle man with a big smile entered heaven on Tuesday, January 25, 2022, when Merrill J. (Jim) Bristow passed away at Menifee Valley Hospital. He was born November 30, 1940, in Washington and moved to California as a very young boy.... View Obituary & Service Information