Mervin Mootz

My sister Mary & I were holding Dad's hand when he passed away Sunday afternoon. Dad had been fighting bone cancer for almost a year and was still going strong till a few weeks ago. At that time his house caught fire and Ruth & him were able to escape. The house was not totally destroyed, but it was to be 6 weeks or so till they could move back in. They wanted to stay close to their home and so were living in motels when Dad took a turn for the worse and was taken to the hospital. I think he would have been around awhile longer if not for the fire. Just days before the fire my grandaughter Taylour and I were visiting him and he was out getting firewood with me. He would rest a bit and then load a few pieces of wood. Most of my memories of my Dad is of him laughing and his special smile. I was so blessed to have him as a father as were my children to have him for a Grandpa. Dad taught me much - most through his example of a loving, trustful, generous and forgiving parent. Also his unfailing and absolute belief in God - I will miss him till I am with him again.

Just a relative that had your information forwarded through the internet! I know from the Mootz Family History Book written by Jane Miller that we are indeed related. He sounds like so many of the Mootz Men--went to war, had a great sense of humor, and loved family--all generations! I want you to know that you have my deepest sympathy. Jean Horan

God Bless the Mootz family at this most difficult time. I met cousin Bud and Ruth when working on our Mootz family history book over 10 years ago. My how time passes by....you are all in my deepest thoughts and prayers. God Bless!

Although I haven't had the opportunity to see Bud for man years, I remember him being a kind and sweet man. He'll be missed by many.

We will always remember you for your dedication to family and your love for life. You lived every day to the fullest and you were loved and respected by everyone who ever knew you. We will see you again Bud.

From one veteran to another, Thank You Mr. Mootz for your service to our counrty. Our Heavenly Father has welcomed home another heroic American.