John H. Merrifield (June 12, 1847–December 29, 1906) was a Vermont politician. Merrifield was a Republican.
Merrifield was born in Newfane, Vermont on June 12, 1847. He was educated at the common schools and Springfield Wesleyan Seminary.
Merrifield was associated with the Vermont House of Representatives for over 30 years, serving as a member (1878–1882, 1896), engrossing clerk (1874–1878), second assistant clerk (1882–1888), first assistant clerk (1890), and clerk (1892–1896). Merrifield served as a member and speaker of the House from 1902-1906.
He held several town offices and was appointed county clerk for Windham County in 1897 and served in that post until his death on December 29, 1906.[1] He was a Methodist.