(1926 - )
Merrill Stewart is primarily known for his fish and his roosters - each one with its own distinct personality. Because of a disability, Merrill's output has been limited over the years and not much of his work has been available to the public. He did no carving at all over the winter of 2000/2001 and has not done any carving since 2003. Because of this he has not been accorded the exposure and recognition that he truly deserves. His fish, each one unique in shape and coloring, stand on old cod hooks that have had their points cut off. His roosters, fashioned of wood with metal tails cut from old bedsprings, are some of the most original to be found in Eastern Canada. 
