Merten, Thomas age 56, of Maple Grove passed away May 11, 2010. Preceded in death by father, Jerry Merten; daughter, Lori Schuck; grandson, Justin Broin. Survived by his loving wife, Joanne; children, Stephen Ek, Jeffrey (Avis) Ek, Jason (Traci) Ek; grandchildren, Becky (Paul) McIntyre, Dan Ek, Alex Ek, Ashley Broin, Lauren Ek and Lindsey Ek; mother, Theresa Merten; siblings, Jim (Gea) Merten, Dan (Char) Merten, Shirley Frickie, Joan (Dick) Lundeen, Barb (Gary) Franko, Lily (Vic) Rocchio, Paula (John) Ray and Jerry Merten; many nieces, nephews, relatives and great friends. 40 year employee of Cass Screw Machine. Will be missed by all. Mass of Christian Burial 10 AM Friday, May 14 at the Church of St. Raphael, 7301 Bass Lake Rd., Crystal with visitation one hour before Mass at church. Interment Gethsemane Cemetery. Washburn-McReavy Glen Haven Chapel 763-533-8643

Published on May 12, 2010


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