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David Mertz Obituary
While sitting on a dock, drinking a margarita, overlooking the water, his dog, Brix, jumped up and knocked him into the depths of Houghton Lake.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Edith; and the dogs, Porno, Sparky and Pokey.
He is survived by his wife, Gloria; mistress, Gloria Jean; sons, Craig and Derrick; and daughter-in-law, Christine.
On a more serious note, donations to the David Mertz History Scholarship can be made to Heidelberg University, 310 East Market Street, Tiffin, Ohio 44883.
A private service will be held in Vermilion, Ohio.
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Memories and Condolences
for David Mertz
Carolyn Moes
July 6, 2021
Miss you Dave and your crazy dogs.
Carolyn Moes
July 6, 2020
Remembering you, Dave.
Punkin Burk
July 16, 2014
Im sorry for familys loss, wish I had known him also. His obituary was outstanding.
Doreen Mathas
July 16, 2014
So sorry to hear about the loss of Dave. He would have loved the obituary. He may have even written it!
Rosi
July 13, 2014
The best brother-in-law in the whole wide world. More a brother than an in-law for sure. Loved so much for so many years a part of the Gimben family. He was taken from us all too soon, but we were so lucky to have had him in our lives.
July 13, 2014
I didn't know him but wish I had. Best obit I've ever read.
Carolyn Moes
July 13, 2014
David, I'm sure you are chuckling as you look down and peruse your obituary. An inspiration to all of us who are tired of pathos and cliches.
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