Photo courtesy of Wentland Funeral Home - North Collins
North Collins, New York
Andrew James Mertle, of Eden, NY entered into rest peacefully and suddenly on Tuesday, December 16th at the age of 38. Beloved son of Ralph & Wende Mertle, cherished brother of Molly (Jason) Baer and Ashley (Robert) Skoczylas, and a loving Uncle to Jack and Alivia Skoczylas. Also survived by Aunts, Uncles, cousins and many treasured friends.
Through 2024, Andrew was Head Teller and then a Personal Banker, Loan Officer and Notary Public at Key Bank in Eden, NY where he was loved by his co-workers and customers. Andrew loved to travel and spend time with family and friends. Many memories were made over meals and gatherings full of love and laughter. He loved the Buffalo Bills and cheering on Josh Allen. He was on bowling and golf leagues and travelled many times to Myrtle Beach for the yearly golf trip as well as throughout the United States and warm, sunny, exotic locations. He was always there to lend a helping hand including cooking filet mignon for hundreds at countless golf tournaments at Eden Valley Golf Course, his home course. To know Andrew was to love him. He will be missed forever, never forgotten, and in our hearts eternally.
A Celebration of Andrew’s Life will be held at 11am on Saturday, December 27th at Epiphany of Our Lord Parish, 10893 Sisson Hwy, North Collins with Fr. Peter Karalus, Vicar General of the Diocese of Buffalo, presiding. Please assemble at church. A luncheon to immediately follow in the Parish Hall. Arrangements by Wentland Funeral Home, North Collins, NY.
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We are so sorry to learn of the passing of Andrew. We knew him from Eden Key Bank, we were customers there. He was very helpful and also a man that cared about you, it wasn't just about finances when you sat down at his desk. He will be dearly missed. Sending our deepest sympathy to his family and friends.
Larry and Karen Heinz
January 02, 2026 | Other
In loving memory of a wonderful person. Who will be missed by friends and family. May the Lord confort you during this difficult time. The Neubeck Family
Kevin Neubeck
December 27, 2025 | North Collins ( Hamburg ), NY | Friend
Ralph and Wende and family. We are so very sorry for your loss. We are praying for you
Duane and Elaine Bauer
December 23, 2025 | Friend
Ralph, Wende and family - My heart breaks for you all. So sorry for your loss
Judy Cook
December 22, 2025
Wende - I'm so sorry for your loss. Sending prayers of comfort and condolence to you and your family and friends during this difficult time.
Becky [Huber] Cabin
December 22, 2025 | Lake View, NY | Friend
So helpful whenever I went to the bank.
Pam Sutton
December 22, 2025 | Eden, NY
Sorry for your loss. Knew Andrew through the bank and always had a smile on his face.
Doris Purves
December 22, 2025
I REALLY DIDNT KNOW ANDREW BUT I KNEW THE FAMILY.
Jean Skora
December 22, 2025 | Family
Ralph, Wende and family, I am so very sorry for your loss. I will keep you all in my prayers.
Sharon Gallagher
December 20, 2025 | NY
