Gary C. Mertens

of Keo, AR

August 18, 1945 - July 19, 2021

Gary C. Mertens, 75, of Keo, Arkansas, passed away on Monday, July 19, 2021. He was born on August 18, 1945, in Little Rock, to the late Carl C. and Dorothy Mertens.

Gary spent his entire career as a Structural Steel Drafter and operated his own detailing business until he retired. He was an avid outdoorsman and a prolific deer hunter. He also loved film and the cinema. Gary enjoyed RCA Aviation, he would construct his own RCA craft and pilot them. He was a visionary with a singular grasp of both artistry and utility of his hobbies.

He is survived by his wife of over 40 years, Lola Mertens; and daughter, Tonya Mertens.

A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, July 28, at 10:00 A.M. at Edgewood Memorial Park in North Little Rock.

Gary was a supporter of the National Kidney Foundation of Arkansas. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to this cause in his honor.

Service Information
  Service
Graveside Service
Edgewood Memorial Park
4433, 4200 Division Street
North Little Rock,  AR 72118
7/28/2021 at 10:00 AM

Cemetery/Interment
Edgewood Memorial Park
4433, 4200 Division Street
North Little Rock, AR 72118

Memorial Contributions
National Kidney Foundation of Arkansas
1818 N Taylor St # 186
Little Rock, AR 72207


Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Owens Funeral Home
5509 John F. Kennedy Blvd.
North Little Rock, AR  72116
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com