Craig Stephen Merrifield

WASHINGTON - Craig S. Merrifield, 64, died on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at Sussman House in Rockport.
He was born in Rockland on May 25, 1961, and spent his formative years growing up in the town of Hope. He was a proud graduate of Camden-Rockport High School, Class of 1979.
Following graduation, Craig began his career at Union Chemical. He later worked for Transco Business Technologies, traveling throughout the state, before eventually joining Brodis Builders of Hope, where he was a dedicated employee until his retirement in 2021.
Craig was a true gentleman, remembered for his infectious smile and his loving, supportive nature. He had a great passion for Jones Hill, where he enjoyed a long history of hunting with his companions and spent time working the blueberry land with Dick Brodis. In his younger years, Moose Head Lake was a favorite destination for time spent with family and friends.
In 1983, Craig married Elizabeth Winchenbach, and together they were blessed with two sons. In December of 2008, he married Ruth Barnes, and in doing so, gained two stepsons.
Craig is predeceased by his parents, Red Merrifield and Alice Boody; his brother, Larry; and his uncle, Sonny Prescott.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 17 years, Ruth Barnes; his sons, Travis Merrifield and his wife Philomena, and Ryan Merrifield and his wife Desiree; his stepsons, Michael Barnes and his wife Jenna, and Clayton Barnes Martinez and his wife Hillary. Craig was a devoted grandfather to four grandsons: Julian, Jackson, Abbott, and Graham. He is also survived by his brothers, Fred Merrifield and his wife Lisa, Kenny Merrifield, and Randy Merrifield and his wife Claudi.
Friends and family are invited to visiting hours on Monday, March 2, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Burpee, Carpenter and Hutchins Funeral Home, 110 Limerock Street, Rockland.2d