Lennie Merullo
1917–2015 (age 98)
baseball player
Biography
Lennie Merullo, born in 1917, stood proud as the Chicago Cubs’ steadfast shortstop whose nimble glove and graceful play inspired ballplayers and fans for decades. He brought intelligence, quick reflexes, and sportsmanship to the diamond, earning admiration during a storied career that spanned the 1940s.
After leaving the playing field, he remained devoted to the baseball community, sharing memories, mentoring youth, and celebrating the game that shaped his life. His presence continues to be felt long after his 2015 passing, as the community treasures the humility and heartfelt love of baseball he embodied at Forest Glen Cemetery and beyond.