Terry Dean Merten, 78, of Tomball, Texas entered into rest on May 7, 2019. He was born in Asheboro, North Carolina on April 21, 1941. Terry was married to Linda Lee Gray on March 14, and recently celebrated 56 years together.
Terry had a long and distinguished career in the United States Navy, receiving many awards and commendations. Retiring in 1980 after more than 22 years of service, he was employed at Dickson Weatherproof Nail, Harris Machine Tool and PMC.
He is preceded in death by parents Elwood and Marjorie Merten and son James Merten. Terry is survived by wife Linda, daughter Deena Geeck and husband Stephen, and son Richard Merten and wife Alison. Terry treasured time with his many grandchildren: Shelby Welton and husband John, Stephanie Walter, Cale Merten, Peyton Geeck, Tanner Merten, Cooper Merten and Ryker Merten and great-grandchildren: Autumn Walter, Draven Walter and Ella Welton. Terry is also survived by nephew Jeff Gray and wife Shelley and son Garrett.
A visitation will be held in Terry's honor from 9:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. inside the Chapel of American Heritage Funeral Home, 10710 Veterans Memorial Drive, Houston, Texas 77038. The Celebration of Life service will commence at 11:00 a.m. at the Houston National Cemetery, 10410 Veterans Memorial Drive, where he will be laid to rest with military honors.
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