Merlin Topp was born at New Rockford to Woodrow and Anna Greger Topp on October 24, 1941.
He grew up in the Grace City area and was a farmer in the area. He was especially interested in Polled Herefords. He was active in the community.
On June 12, 1970 he married Kathy Hafner at Sykeston.
They have three sons: Mark, Ryan and Paul.
Mr. Topp died August 27, 1979. He is buried at Grace City.
Source: A History of Foster County 1983 Page 65B