Kathryn Luva “Kate” Mertens, 64, of Hartford, loving sister and aunt, peacefully passed away, Friday, May 17, 2024 at her home. Kate was born in Batavia, NY, daughter to the late Robert P. and Barbara (Ellis) Mertens. She attended Nova Scotia Teachers College, where she earned her Bachelor’s degree.
Kate resided in Hartford area for the last 25 years where she worked at a number of jobs, most recently as a substitute teacher. Kate loved spending time by the ocean, especially the coast of Maine. She loved her feline child Uncle Henry who provided great comfort and peace to Kate. Kate loved her family, who will deeply miss her and forever remember her. Her brother Jeffrey P. Mertens of Wethersfield; and her two cherished nephews, Braydon and Riordan Mertens. In addition to many close and dear friends.
Friends and relatives may pay their respects to the Mertens family at the D’Esopo Funeral Chapel, 277 Folly Brook Boulevard, Wethersfield, Saturday, May 25 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at which time a memorial service will be held in the chapel.The family requests in lieu of flowers and that contributions in Kate's memory may be made to Connecticut Humane Society, 701 Russell Rd., Newington, Connecticut 06111 US, https://cthumane.org.