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FRANK MERTZ Obituary
His journey on the highway to the sky began August 18, after a life that brought him to Canada as a teenager, raising 3 beautiful sons and celebrating 60 years of marriage.
A private celebration of his life was held August 23.
You will be forever in our hearts.
~Sandy, Jeff, Dale, Lauren and Families
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Walter Kolinski
September 3, 2025
Frank really made me feel appreciated when I spent time at the Tie Sawmill. Years later he still had a big, welcoming smile whenever I ran into him around town. He will be missed. Rest in peace.
Hazel Roy (Larocque)
September 1, 2025
So sorry for the loss of your beloved husband and father.
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