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Sterling Parker Merwin, 87, of East Haven and later New Haven passed away at home on Jan. 30. He was born July 6, 1934, in East Haven to Louis and Rita (Miller) Merwin.

Sterling is survived by his two sons, Paul Merwin (Marianne) of North Haven and Michael Merwin (Sandra) of Alabama, along with six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister Rita Lombardi of New Haven and a brother, Richard “Dickie” Merwin of Branford. Sterling was preceded in death by his parents and three siblings, Louis Merwin, Jr., George Merwin, and Shirley Merwin.

Sterling was a long-time resident of French Street in East Haven and graduated East Haven High School in 1953. He was employed by UTC Sikorsky Aircraft on the Black Hawk helicopter manufacturing team and retired after 30 years of service. Then he performed a most noble act and cared for his mother for years until her passing.

In his youth, he enjoyed hunting, skiing, boating, and motorcycle riding and was a true automobile enthusiast. He was beloved son, brother, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend. He never forgot a birthday and always celebrated with a special card. A personal message to all from Sterling: “Relish the moment.”

Family and friends are invited to meet and attend at graveside service at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 5, in East Lawn Cemetery, 58 River Street, East Haven. All services are under the care of the Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home (Clancy Funeral Home), 43 Kirkham Avenue, East Haven.