Shirley "Mertz" Arther's obituary , Passed away on July 23, 2025 in Mount Lebanon, Pennsylvania

Shirley "Mertz" Arther

June 14, 1934 - July 23, 2025 (91 years old)

Mount Lebanon, Pennsylvania

Shirley "Mertz" Arther's obituary , Passed away on July 23, 2025 in Mount Lebanon, Pennsylvania

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Beinhauer Family Funeral Homes

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Shirley "Mertz" Arther

June 14, 1934 - July 23, 2025 (91 years old)

Mount Lebanon, Pennsylvania

Shirley Arther Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate Shirley Arther of Mount Lebanon, Pennsylvania, whose life came to an end on July 23, 2025 at the age of 91, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

In the vast expanse of eternity, may Shirley find peace everlasting, cradled in the gentle embrace of the universe. And as we stand on the shores of remembrance, may her legacy inspire us to live each day with purpose, passion, and profound gratitude for the gift of life itself.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Edna Richards and Charles E. Mertz; and her husband Ted. She is survived by: her children, Elizabeth Wilson (Dan) of Sewickley and Ted (Tana) of Fort Collins, Colorado; her grandsons, Eric Arther, Jake Arther, Henry Wilson (Cristina Cortes) and Charles Wilson; her great grandchild Teddy Wolf; and her brother Ched Mertz (Rachel) of Upper St. She is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews; as well as her dear friend, travel companion.

Age 91, of Mt. Lebanon, on Wednesday July 23, 2025, after a long and valiant fight against the ravages of Alzheimer's disease.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Beinhauer Family Funeral Homes



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