Michael J. Merrell Jr, Branson, MO, son of Michael and Brenda (Shook) Merrell Sr, was born May 17, 1991, in St Charles, MO and departed this life on December 18, 2021, at the age of 30.

Michael was the manager of one of the restaurants at Big Cedar.  He had lived in the Branson area for two years, moving there from Kimberling City, MO.

Michael was preceded in death by his father, Michael Merrell Sr.

Survivors include: his mother, Brenda Shook; son, Michael J. Merrell III; sister, Crystal Marie Cogzill and a host of other family and friends.

Visitation will be Tuesday, December 28, 2021, 2:00-4:00 p.m. at Stumpff Funeral Chapel Kimberling City, MO.  Arrangements are under the direction of Stumpff Funeral Home of Kimberling City, MO.