Mertice H. Felser, age 87, of Tomahawk passed away on February 25, 2020 at Country Terrace Assisted Living Facility under the care of Ministry Home Hospice.
Mert was born on October 26, 1932 in Tomahawk to Anslem & Eva (Schgdloski) Bushor. She was married to Carl R. Felser on December 2, 1950 in Tomahawk – he preceded her in death on March 8, 1994. Mert & Carl lived in Tripoli. Mert moved into Tomahawk in 2000 and enjoyed the many friendships she made at the Alice Heinke apartments. She loved reading, listening to the radio and was an avid packer fan. Mert was a member of the Tripoli Log Church. Mert enjoyed being a homemaker and mother. Later in life, she loved spending time with her grandsons. She loved music and her trips to Branson and Nashville. Mert also loved being part of the hunting cabin in Tripoli for the past 50 years and was a life time member of the Somo Fish and Game club. Mert was a breast cancer survivor.
Mert is survived by her children – Carl (Gladi) Felser of Tomahawk & Sue (Mick) Welke of Tripoli; four grandchildren – Scott (Jenni) Welke, Jason (Melanie Barry) Welke, Adam (Heather) Felser & Jake Felser all of Tomahawk; 6 great grandchildren – Alex, Colton, Tyler, Carson, Blake & Ryan; and 1 great great granddaughter – Eulalie. She is preceded in death by her siblings – Calvin, Jerome, Arlotta, Lorraine & her twin brother - Pete.
The Funeral Service for Mertice “Mert” Felser will take place at 11:00AM on Saturday, February 29, 2020 from the Krueger Family Funeral Home. Pastor Susan Christian will officiate. The Visitation will take place from 9:00AM until the time of service at 11:00AM. Burial will take place at Merrill Memorial Park at a later date.
Memorials made in Mert’s name are appreciated to Ties That Bind Us – 401 W. Mohawk Drive, Tomahawk WI 54487.
Krueger Family Funeral Home & Cremation Services is assisting the family with arrangements. You may view the full obituary and leave online condolences at www.kruegerfamilyfuneral.com