Birth date: Sep 26, 1961 Death date: Feb 12, 2025
Janice Mertz, 63, passed away unexpectedly, and peacefully in her sleep on February 12, 2025, at her home in Pittsburg, KS. Janice Mertz was born on September 26, 1961 in Kansas City, KS, to Arnold Mertz and Lorma Reese and raise Read Obituary
There are so many memories wonderful memories i will forever miss you I'm so grateful you have been a huge part of my life for all but 30 years I wouldn't trade any of them. My dear Janice you are forever in my ❤️ heart . Until I see you again keep shining your love from above!!
We were best friends for 25 yrs we traveled together .Janice I haven't talked to you in years but I've always loved you .R.I.P
We had so many good times..I have never laughed more with anyone than her. Working on the church newsletter would turn into hours of rolling on the floor laughing, when the song "Hands and Feet" would come on ...she would start smiling and clapping and stomping ..it was one of our favorites. She loved to see others blessed ...she was a true gift ..Although I'm very sad at her passing I know 100% she is smiling ear to ear with Pastor right about now. I can see her wrapped up with her blanket with the falling apart silk ribbon twirling her hair on a Heavenly couch in total peace. Until we meet again ....love you
My earliest memories have my aunt Janice in them. She wasn’t my “blood” aunt, but my mom’s best friend, and my god given aunt. She watched me grow, and has also watched my babies grow. We all love her so very much. She was a truly amazing human being. A gem. A very rare find. She was full of love, empathy, faith, hope, and positivity. I also LOVE how aunt Janice lived her life unapologetically. She always told me “ Molly you’re an old soul”. She loved us girls, and she loved our mom. They were the best of friends, and one day their reunion will be absolutely beautiful. Until then we will all remember her beautiful smile and the way that she did in fact light up the room when she walked in. I am so grateful for the memories that my children and myself have of her and will carry with us always. We were so blessed to have known and loved her.
I loved this gal & her family with all my heart. What great times we had growing up in Turner (KS). She taught me how to water ski when I was 9 (she was 11). We continued to be friends after we moved to the Lake of the Ozark's as her family lake home was only a few coves away from where we lived. We lost touch as we grew older but she was in my thoughts often. I'm thankful for all of the great memories we had over the years & am deeply saddened to learn of her passing at such a young age. My thoughts & prayers are with the family. May God give you comfort during this difficult time.
Sincerely, Lisa (Gulley) Bush (Lathrop, MO).
