James E. Mertes Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of James E. Mertes of Superior, Wisconsin, who passed away on October 5, 2024 at the age of 93. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James E. Mertes to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Earl Mertes and Olive Mertes (Otteson); and his wife Dolores Sacramone. He is survived by: his daughters, Diana Phetteplace (Bob) of Pine City, MN, JoAnne VanPoucke (Mark) of Superior and Mary Anne Sorensen (Kerry) of Barnes, WI; his grandchildren, Justin, Benjamin, Gina, Anna, Laina, Brian and Kelly; his great grandchildren, Parker, Maddie, Olive, Iris, Eilee, Nixen, Emma, Lucas, Breanna, Harlow, Lula and Etta; and his great great grandchildren, Axel and Amelia. He is also survived by many brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, and nephews.
If desired, memorials in Jim's name may be made to the Richard I. Bong American Legion Post #435.
