Matthew F. Merritt
Matthew Franklin Merritt | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Connecticut Senate from the 12th District | |
| In office 1859–1860 | |
| Preceded by | Julius Curtis |
| Succeeded by | Julius Curtis |
| Personal details | |
| Born | March 2, 1815 Flushing, Queens, New York, U.S. |
| Died | May 10, 1896 (aged 81) Stamford, Connecticut, U.S. |
| Resting place | Woodland Cemetery, Stamford, Connecticut |
| Spouse | Mariah Shaw |
| Children | 4, including Schuyler |
| Residence | Stamford, Connecticut |
| Occupation | Ship chief |
Matthew Franklin Merritt (March 2, 1815 – May 10, 1896) was a member of the Connecticut Senate representing the 12th District from 1859 to 1860.