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Wanda Mertlik Obituary

Wanda L. Mertlik

Newton, NJ - Wanda L. Mertlik, 68, died on Monday, July 10, 2017 at Hackettstown Regional Medical Center in Hackettstown, NJ.

Daughter of the late John W. and Anna (Decker) Odell, she was born in Stanfordville on September 11, 1948. Wanda worked in factories as a machine operator for most of her life. She later became a C.N.A. and worked at the Wingate at Dutchess in Fishkill.

She resided in Dutchess County up until 2014, when she relocated to New Jersey. She was a member of the V.F.W. Post 37 Ladies Auxiliary and was also an avid bowler.

On January 17, 1969, she married Paul Mertlik in LaGrange. She was predeceased by her husband on January 6, 1993.

Wanda is survived by her daughter, Rhonda Mertlik & her husband James Rwabuhoro of Hackettstown, NJ; her son, Paul Mertlik III & his partner Karen Weatherly of Poughkeepsie; her stepsisters, Jackie Moyer, Donna Lewis, and Pauline Perrotta; her niece, Debra Papula, also many other nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was also predeceased by her brothers, Thomas Odell and Anthony Perrotta, Jr.

Visitation will take place from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Thursday, July 13 at the McHoul Funeral Home of Fishkill, Inc., 1089 Main Street, Fishkill. A funeral service will be held at 12 p.m., followed by entombment in the Community Mausoleum at Poughkeepsie Rural Cemetery.

For directions and online tributes, you can visit Wanda's Book of Memories at www.mchoulfuneralhome.com.

Published by Poughkeepsie Journal on Jul. 13, 2017.
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my empathy, condolences, love and prayers go out to all of uncle paul and wanda's family.

hope that you all find some peace and comfort during this very hard time.

your mertlik cousin,
sharon briggs

July 16, 2017

Rhonda and Paul
So sorry to hear about the passing of your mom.
May she rest in peace.

Stephanie & George Shaw

July 13, 2017

I will always remember your kindness . An we both loved Betty Boop you will be missed by all RIP Wanda

Dawn Daddario

July 12, 2017

Condolences to the family may she R.I.P.

Lynn Johnson

July 12, 2017

Rest in Peace Wanda. You were a wonder and caring lady! You will be missed. I know your in Heaven with your Husband, Family and Friends. Please say Hello to my MOM. I know you both are looking down
on ALL of us laughing and talking about us. Please bring PEACE to Rhonda , Paul and the FAMILY!
LOVE you!

Lorrie Mercadante

July 12, 2017

wanda just want to say I will never forget your smile or your laugh and I will never for get your cold slaw. you were a wonderful friend you will be missed so much. fly with the angels my friend way up high, and watch over all of us. till we meet again. we love you rest in piece my friend never for get you. love jeannie

jean anzovino

July 12, 2017

This candle will burn eternal for you. Rest In Peace cuz.
Love Bev

July 12, 2017

hi wanda I,ll always remember your smile and your wonderful cold slaw you were a good friend I,,ll miss you always go fry with the angles way up high and watch over us all. till we meet again. love Jeannie.

July 12, 2017

Rhonda our deepest sympathy go out to you in the loss of your mother. Such a sweet lady always smiling and a heart of gold. Love you Wanda will miss you, Love Steve Jean Stephen and Stephanie ❤

July 12, 2017

Hi. Mom I'm lost with out u but I'm going to try n keep going like u would want me to u cryed everyday since u been resting I'm hurt inside but i can say for 46 yrs of my life you did one he'll of a job making me a man I'm going to miss calling u n having u call me an say u r at Pete's famous do u want to come eat mommy you r the best I Love u mommy love your son paul

Paul Mertlik

July 12, 2017

R.i.p Wanda my beautiful friend may u Rest In Peace with the lord an look over us all u will never be forgotten love u was my dearest friend with a beautiful soul always smiling an laughing I miss ur kind words an ur jokes U was like family to me always there for someone when needed. My condolences to the family an to Debra papula and friends. Love u Wanda u will always be in my heart

Kacey Brown

July 12, 2017

she was a lovely lady i worked with her years ago RIP Wanda

Judith (Beverland)Warren

July 12, 2017

A very sad day for everyone who knew Wanda. As a young girl and growing up with her, my cousin she would always protect me and her siblings. As a mom she did the same. My mom, her Aunt Gracie would always call her Wanda Lee. She is now resting in Peace and Heaven has received another Angel. Rest In Peace Cuz. Love Bev.

Bev Bomba

July 12, 2017

My Love and Prayers to the Family. She was a wonderful friend. She will be missed.

Rebecca Sherman

July 12, 2017

So sorry you had to leave so soon. You always had a smile and made others feel good. You will be missed. What a great lady. To Paula and family so sorry for your lost. God be with you.

Sharon Schmelz

July 12, 2017

Wanda thanks for all the childhood memories. You were a grat mom. RIP

sally feasel

July 12, 2017

Rest in peace Aunt Wanda. We will all miss you dearly and as you watch over us know we love you very much. Distance may separate bodies but never souls. RIP

Krista Beaver

July 12, 2017

Mommy I'm trying to stay strong but it's hard to say good bye I love u mom n I'll be there every day with u i love u mom

Paul Mertlik

July 11, 2017

Mommy. May u rest in peace I'm going to miss you like crazy but I'm going to do like u said stay strong n keep going on i love u mom untill we meet again I love u

Paul Mertlik

July 11, 2017

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