Richard H. Mertz , age 77, of Christmas Mountain, WI passed away Wednesday, May 18, 2022 at Meriter Hospital. He was born August 7, 1945 in Dixon, IL to the late Haorld and Alta (Janssen) Mertz. Richard married Sandra Kampen on June 18, 1965 in Shannon, IL

Richard was a 1963 graduate of Forreston High School. He spent his life farming in the Baileyville area. He enjoyed guns and reading. Richard was always willing to give a helping hand, especially when his daughters had car troubles.

He is survived by his wife, Sandra Mertz; his daughters, Wendy (Troy) Derrer and Michelle (Chad) Griffiths; his grandchildren, Daniel Derrer, Garrett (Lucy) Paul, Katherine (Chris) Eytalis and Dalton Paul; his step grandchildren, Mary Jo (Adam) English, Sydney Griffiths and Quinn Griffiths; his sisters, Barb (John) Ott and Sue (Terry) Mueller; and his nieces, Jennifer (David) Spencer and Elizabeth Ott; He was preceded in death by his parents and his grandson, Jonas Derrer.

A private family graveside will be held at Cherry Grove Church of the Brethren Cemetery. A memorial fund has been established.