Merrill Brown 70 of Stanton passed away at his residence Tuesday, May 3, 2022. He was born in Whitesburg December 22, 1951 to Paul Brown and Ruby Cooper. He had a passion for playing music and was a member of the Church of God. He is survived by his mother Ruby Cooper of Stanton and a brother James Brown of Stanton. He was preceded in death by his father Paul Brown. Funeral services will be held 1 PM Friday, May 6, 2022 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Clay City. Friend may visit Friday from 11 AM till 1 PM. Burial will follow in the Cooper Cemetery in Stanton. Grayson Funeral Home is in charge of services.