John Harold Mertens Obituary
We are sad to announce that on February 16, 2026 we had to say goodbye to John Harold Mertens of Nevada, Missouri. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Lavohn Mertens and Marvin Mertens; and his siblings, Jeanne, Judy and Jim.
He is survived by: his close friend Debbie of Nevada, Missouri; his daughters, Jeanne Ellison (Victor), Jennifer Roberts (Jaren) of Nevada, Missouri and Johnna Boch (Matt); his sisters, Janie Hopkins (Richard) of Coker, Alabama and Janna Mertens of Gladstone, Oregon; his grandchildren, Deven Watkins (Rachel), Logan Roberts (Shaniah), Justin Ellison, Jonathon Ellison (Kiera), Caitlyn Roberts, Hannah Roberts, Gabby Boch and Gavin Boch; and his great grandchildren, Audra, Millie, Maeve Watkins, Jackson, Bryson Roberts and Everly Ellison. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and friends.