Mertz, Roger George, 75, passed away, Thursday, November 20, 2025.  He was born in St. Louis, a son of Harold and Betsy (nee Wilson) Mertz.  Roger retired from Barnes Jewish Hospital as a Sonagram Technician and was an avid motorcycle rider.

He is the beloved brother of Donna (Dave) Johnson; dear nephew of Alwin Mertz and Norma Frishkorn.  Roger is also survived by his extended family, and numerous beloved friends and his motorcycle family.

Roger was preceded in death by his parents; a brother James Mertz; aunt Jeanette Nickel, and uncle Arnold Mertz.

Services:   Memorial service at the SCHRADER Funeral Home and Crematory, 14960 Manchester Road at Holloway, Ballwin, Tuesday, 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Solace Hospice . Friends may sign the family's on-line guestbook at Schrader.com.