Thomas Ernest Mertens Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Thomas Ernest Mertens of Powell, Tennessee, born in Shreveport, Louisiana, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Thomas left this world on January 29, 2026 at the age of 85, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Thomas Ernest Mertens or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
He was predeceased by: his wife Judy Ann Kagley Mertens; his parents, Ernest Thomas Mertens and Lola Mae Loudermilk Mertens; his stepson Rusty Kagley; and his grandson Tyler Humphrey.
He is survived by: his daughter Kristy; his son-in-law Richard Parham; his stepdaughter Melissa Gibson; his grandchildren, Devin Gibson, Cory Gibson, Lorin Stafford, Amber Kagley, Jared Parham and Morgan Alderman; his great grandchildren, Selena, Gabriel, Easton, Denver, Remianne, Waylon, Wyatt, Nirvana, Mason, Noah and Walker; and his brother-in-law Randy Harvey.
