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Lorraine Mertens Obituary

Mertens, Lorraine A. (Nee Holzem ) Called home suddenly Thurs. Dec. 25, 2014, age 80 years. Devoted wife of Fred and loving mother of Maureen (Ken) Lawniczak, Michael (Gail) Mertens, Marlene (Steve) Gadinis, Margaret Mertens (Kevin Splude), Mark (Laurie) Mertens, Marcia Mertens, Monica (Greg) Livingston, MaryAnn (Eric) Jensen and Matthew (Nikki) Mertens. Proceeded in death by brothers, Raymond and Jerome, sister Rita (Erv) Maschin and brother-in-law, Russ Wolfe. Dear sister to Mary Wolfe and sister-in-law Janet Holzem. Further survived by 30 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. A visitation will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday, December 30 from 4 PM until the time of a rosary and shared memories at 7:30 PM. Additional visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 31 at St. Stanislaus Church (524 W. Historic Mitchell St., Milwaukee 53204) from 9:30 AM until time of the Requiem Mass at 10 AM, followed by graveside services at Wisconsin Memorial Park. If desired, donations and Mass offerings to St. Stanislaus are appreciated.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Dec. 28, 2014.

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Marianne Salvermoser Hondel

December 22, 2021

She is remembered as one of the Pius High School friends.

January 8, 2015

dear fred so sorry to hear the news of LORRAINES passing.we send our sincere condolences to you and your family. jerry,janice dahlke.brownsville tx.

January 3, 2015

I worked with Lorraine at Brookfield East High School. She was always such a big help when she came in, we were always glad to see her. She was a lot of fun, always smiling and a very kind person. It was a pleasure to know her. I pray for time to heal your sad hearts.

Sharon Biehl

Kathy Giencke

December 31, 2014

Please accept my sincere condolences. I remember Lorraine and all of you fondly.

Pat Wilson

December 31, 2014

So many memories of Loraine and her kindness. I wish I could express more of my memories and feelings, but know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Tiffany Wilson

December 31, 2014

TI will always hold fond memories of Lorraine and the way she always welcomed me at yor home. With her generous spirit, as a child I thought of her as a second mother, who always made time for her kids. I know her family was her joy, pride and comfort. With deepest sympathy, for your entire family.
Tiffany Wilson

Judy Beaudot

December 31, 2014

Dear Fred and Family,
Deepest sympathy and loving thoughts from
the Norbert Wick Family .

Hondel

December 30, 2014

My deepest sympathy to Lorraine's family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

From Marianne Salvermoser Hondel, a classmate from Pius High.

Sharon Fish

December 30, 2014

Dear Marcia, I am so sorry for the loss of your mom. May all your wonderful family memories give you peace. Love, Sharon

December 30, 2014

Mark, Laurie and family, please accept our heartfelt sympathy. We wish you peace and strength and love during this difficult time in your lives. Sending you hugs

December 30, 2014

Fred...my deepest sympathy to you and your family...Lorraine and I had many great times together at St. Sebs and Pius I am sorry we lost touch with each other over the years ... we use to talk once a year..if you feel like talking my number is 421 1090..my prayers are with you all Joan Gibbons

December 29, 2014

Fred I know the hurt you are feeling because I have bend there. it hurts to lose the one you love so much. GOD BLESS
Dick Mikulice Milsolv

Denny & Micki Jensen

December 29, 2014

There are no words to express the sadness in our hearts. May the strong love of your family help you through this very difficult time and beyond. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Lori Jensen

December 28, 2014

sending prayers and love to the Mertens family and mrs. Mertens friends. She was an exceptional woman and the glue to her family. she will be missed by so many and will always be loved and will remain in our hearts.

December 28, 2014

Mertens Family,

We mourn another Great loss in our family. Your Mom will be missed & not replaced in anyone's heart.

May she Rest in Peace.

Doug & Gail Maschin

Bob and Barb Formaker

December 28, 2014

There are certain people in your life that you know are a blessing from God. Lorraine was one of those people in our lives. From the moment we met her our lives were enriched. She touched everyone she met with a loving and caring spirit. We thank the Lord for letting us know her and the love she showered on our daughter, Nikki. Our deepest condolences to the Mertens family on losing this truly remarkable lady. May the Good Lord send you strength and love during this most difficult time.

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Dec

30

Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

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Dec

30

Rosary

7:30 p.m.

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14075 W. North Ave., Brookfield, WI 53005

Dec

31

Visitation

9:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

St. Stanislaus Church

524 W. Historic Mitchell St., Milwaukee, WI

Dec

31

Requiem Mass

10:00 a.m.

St. Stanislaus Church

524 W. Historic Mitchell St, Milwaukee, WI

Dec

31

Graveside service

Wisconsin Memorial Park

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