Joseph Henry Merten, age 94, died on October 12, 2026, at his residence in Hartford, WI. He is preceded in death by his parents; Peter and Clara (Nee: Schaefer) Merten and his sister; Lorraine Merten.
Joe’s career as a car mechanic exceeded 5 decades. Following retirement as a proprietor of Pete’s Repair Shop, he held weekly Monday morning gatherings with the Geezer Group “his boys” in the garage where he spent his work life.
St. Peter’s Parish served Joe’s spiritual life from birth until his passing. Joe is grateful for all who have kept “close watch” over him during the past few years on earth.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Joe on Saturday, October 24,2026 at 11am at St. Peter Catholic Church in Slinger, WI. Visitation will be from 10:00-10:45 am. Burial will follow Mass at Old St. Peter Cemetery.

In Lieu of flowers, Memorial donations to St. Peter’s Catholic Church have been suggested.

God Bless!