Merritt's College Fund

On Sunday, February 7th 2021, Bronwen & Merritt Russell unexpectedly faced the tragic passing of their treasured husband & dad Nicholas Russell.  Nick was generous & loving.  He always wanted the best for Merritt, including recently moving the family to Lafayette, CA to give Merritt the chance to be closer to family and the great school system.  Merritt is a vibrant 6-year old who is now coping with the devastating & heartbreaking loss of her father. Merritt & her dad share an unbreakable bond, including the special tradition of Nick singing to Merritt all the time.  Merritt may no longer be serenaded by her father to bring precious smiles to her face, instead, he will be smiling down on her from above.  To honor Nick’s memory, the best way we know how, is to support Merritt’s bright future with a donation to her 529 college savings fund.

Nick’s favorite song for Merritt as described by Paul McCartney:
“Let me encourage you to keep trying, to keep your faith, there is hope.”

Blackbird singing in the dead of night
Take these broken wings and learn to fly
All your life

You were only waiting for this moment to arise
Blackbird singing in the dead of night
Take these sunken eyes and learn to see
All your life

You were only waiting for this moment to be free
Blackbird fly, blackbird fly

Blackbird, The Beatles