Frederick Metz Obituary

Name: Visitation
Start: 2026-02-13T16:00:00
End: 2026-02-13T17:00:00
Location: Reese Funeral Home & Cremation Services

With solemn reverence, we commemorate Frederick Metz (Newton, Iowa), whose life came to an end on February 6, 2026 at the age of 90, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Aloysius John and Coleen Mary Helen Metz (Bauer); his brothers, Bill, Jim, Robert and Frank; and his brother-in-law Robert Beason.

He is survived by: his wife Viola M. Beason of Newton; his sons, Kevin Lee Metz of Des Moines and Guy Robert Metz of Newton; and his siblings-in-law, Sun-Hung Metz, Roger Beason (Rita), Darrell Beason (Maggie Carlton) and Carol Beason.

Memorials may be designated in Fred's name to the Alzheimer's Association and may be left at the funeral home.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Pence~Reese Funeral Home and Cremation Services

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February 12, 2026

Mike Metz wrote a sympathy message

“Sorry to hear that Fred has passed. I always enjoyed visiting with him when he would come to Bauer. Michael Metz {son of Alban "Bunny" and Rosanna Metz).”

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Reese Funeral Home & Cremation Services
310 N 2nd Ave E, Newton, IA 50208

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310 N 2nd Ave E, Newton, IA 50208

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