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James Mertens Obituary
Services: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Lincoln Memorial Funeral Home, 6800 S. 14th St. Visitation: 9 a.m.-8 today, with family, 6-8 p.m. Memorials: family.
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for James Mertens
Jim Hahn
February 26, 2007
Bruce and Peg: I got to know your dad, and his brothers, when I was attending UNL. Working nights at the Gooch mill to pay my way. Followed their race car in those days, and will never forget him.
Jim Hahn
Fred Herrmann
February 26, 2007
I worked for Gooch's for several years and knew Jim and the boys. Jim was a great person. Fred
Sr. Mary Matthew Kimminau, C.PP.S.
February 25, 2007
I'm sorry that we cannot be physically present to you in this time of loss but be assured that our thoughts and prayers embrace you.
Susie Lacey
February 25, 2007
Peg,Bruce and Families,We've been thinking of you all the last few days and know your dad-husband-grandpa and friend, will be missed dearly.The days ahead will be lonely ones so keep all the memories close to your hearts.Love Gary&Susie
Dennis Gage
February 23, 2007
Rick,Maggie and Delores; We were very sorry to learn of Jim's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Denny and Betty Gage.
Simone and BJ Mertens
February 23, 2007
Grandpa will be truly missed. He was a very great man.
Jessica Berner
February 23, 2007
Nicole-- I am very sorry for the loss of your Grandpa. Let me know if there is anything that I can do. I am always here if you need to talk.
Jeanne Sayers
February 23, 2007
Our prayers & thoughts to all of you
The Sayers
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