What has Merry been up to since graduation? Raising two boys (who are nearly men now!) and wrangling more animals than an ASPCA. This stay-at-home mom has been very busy!
Get to know Merry again.
Name some of the the places where you have lived.
I lived in Pittsburgh for a little bit but I have stayed mostly in Meadville since graduation.
Would you like to share a bit about your family?
I married Jason DeJohn on March 12, 2002. We had two boys, Jarrett (19) and Michael John (14). My boys play sports and drive demolition cars. I love being part of the crowd and watching them participate. On the animal front I have three dogs - Allie who is a pure pit bull, Jackie Kennedy who is a yorkie-rat terrier, and my granddog Gunner who is a mutt. I also have four goats, five ducks, and my son had 15 rabbits and 15 chickens.
What have you been up to since graduation/the last reunion?
I have the best job in the world as a mom. And until recently, I have been taking care of my dad, who was terminally ill. My kids and family mean everything and I am so happy to have been there as they have grown.
Share a fun fact about yourself. Maybe something we wouldn't know about you.
I love the mountains. And despite what people may think, I really don’t talk a lot. I’m actually quieter as I have gotten older.
What is your fondest memory of Meadville and/or high school?
The fiestada.
What was your favorite class? Who was your favorite teacher?
I liked them all. I liked school! Weird, huh?
Did you have a nickname in high school?
No, not that I know of.
If you could pick anything, what would you do when you retire?
Leave Pennsylvania and move to the mountains.
Give us your top three songs from high school.
Smells Like Teen Spirit
One of Us
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