Paul Mertens Obituary
The memory of Paul Mertens of Fort Madison, Iowa, who passed away on February 19, 2025 at the age of 85, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Paul Mertens to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Christian Mertens and Mary Margaret Mertens (Neuweg); his spouse Beverly J. Ahlstrand; and his brothers, Dan Mertens and Francis Mertens.
He is survived by: his children, Bradley Mertens (Benita) of Walker, Terrence Mertens (Cindy Larson) of Nauvoo, Illoinois and Andrea Puck (Dan) of DeWitt, Iowa; his siblings, Ike Mertens of Waterloo, Johnne Mertens of Houghton, Iowa, Harriet Coster of Sacramento and Jeanne Kos (Gary) of Washington, Iowa; his grandchildren, Sydney Henderson (Brock), Alyssa Westphal (Caleb), Noah Mertens, Landon Mertens, Samantha Puck (Shae Caven), Carter Puck and Ashlyn Puck; and his great grandchildren, June Henderson, Naomi Westphal and Kayce Caven. He is also survived by nieces and nephews.
A memorial has been established for Holy Family Parish, contributions may be made at the Barr Memorial Chapel, Fort Madison.
