Mervin Ethelbert “Merv” Rosell (1912–2001) was an American preacher, evangelist, and musician whose ministry spanned the mid-20th century, notably within the evangelical and Youth for Christ movements. Born on June 18, 1912, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, he was the son of Carl A. Rosell and Lillie E. Bodin, growing up alongside siblings Charles and Donald. Raised in a Christian home, Rosell’s early life details are sparse, but his conversion led him to dedicate his life to ministry. In 1936, he married Violette “Vi” Florida, and they had two sons and a daughter, settling in Rochester, Minnesota, until moving to Southern California in 1951. Rosell’s preaching career gained prominence in the 1940s and 1950s as a key figure in Youth for Christ, serving as its president and conducting large-scale evangelistic campaigns across the United States and internationally. Known for his dynamic preaching and musical talents, he wrote hymns like “Above the Clouds” and produced the Christian film The Glass Mountain. His ministry included radio broadcasts, television appearances on The American Crusade, and leadership in Global Concern, which supported missionary efforts worldwide. After retiring to Sun City, Arizona, in 1989, he and Vi worshipped at Grace Bible Church. Rosell died on September 11, 2001, and was buried in Sunland Memorial Park, leaving a legacy as a preacher who inspired faith through evangelism and creative outreach.