Franklin Mertz's obituary , Passed away on March 15, 2026 in Mahoning, Pennsylvania

Franklin Mertz

September 7, 1935 - March 15, 2026 (90 years old)

Mahoning, Pennsylvania

Franklin Mertz's obituary , Passed away on March 15, 2026 in Mahoning, Pennsylvania

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Andrew P Ovsak Funeral Home

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Franklin Mertz

September 7, 1935 - March 15, 2026 (90 years old)

Mahoning, Pennsylvania

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Franklin Mertz Obituary

We bid farewell to Franklin Mertz of Mahoning, Pennsylvania, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on March 15, 2026 at the age of 90. Franklin touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Franklin Mertz to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his wife Betty I. Mertz (Caffrey); his parents, John H. Mertz and Augusta A. Mertz (Evert); his son Steve Mertz; and his siblings, Ada Nothstein, Florence Gerew, Gertrude Becker, Meta Kromer, Pearl Sittler, Stanley and Andy Mertz.

He is survived by: his children, Marla D. Lawson (Joe), Lisa A. Makofka (Doug) of Jim Thorpe and Robert Mertz of Lehighton; and his sister Fern Berger. He is also survived by 4 grandchildren, 1 great-grandson, nieces & nephews.

Memorial Contributions in his honor may be made to a charity or church on choice.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Andrew P Ovsak Funeral Home



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