Barbara A. Thomas-Mertens Obituary
The world bids farewell to Barbara A. Thomas-Mertens of Fort Madison, Iowa, departing on January 15, 2026 at the age of 84. Barbara leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Barbara A. Thomas-Mertens to show support.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Joseph C. Peacock and Kathryn Holmes; her former husband Willis "Leroy" Thomas; and her brothers-in-law, Donald, Robert Thomas, Raymond Burnett and Joe Vacilik.
She is survived by: her daughters, E. O. and Silver Steppers; her husband Robert Mertens; her son Harry Carel of Pleasant Valley, IA; her grandchildren, Sloan, Sutton, Sawyer Vandenberg, Gracelynn, Henry Colt Overlander, Ruby Thomas, Briar, Dawson, Maeve, Milo Mercer, Joan Burnett of Johnston, IA and Susie Vacilik of Loveland, CO; her in-laws, Dwayne Thomas (Sylvia) of Fort Madison, IA, Roger Thomas (Vickie) of Des Moines, IA, Sue Thomas of Marion, IA and Beverly Schiller (Randy) of Basalt, CO; LeAnn Sokolik (Tom) of Ankeny, IA, Linda Overlander (Rod) of Argyle, TX, Brian Thomas (Megan McKay) of Knoxville, IA and Lori Mercer (John III) of Burlington, IA. She is also survived by her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
A memorial has been established for Bessie Morrison Kings Daughter's Circle/Camp Lookout for camper scholarships.
