Tom was born to Tommy E.H. Merta and Patricia A. Merta on June 7th, 1961 in Louisville, KY. He graduated from Salem Community High School in 1980.
Tom was a dedicated employee of Norton Healthcare for over 30 years. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, riding his Harley, and working on cars.
He is survived by his longtime partner Teri Susan Riley, his father Tommy E.H. Merta, his two children Thomas A. Merta (Lauren Merta) and Tony Merta (Casey Merta), his three siblings Tim Merta (Linda Merta), Michele McNeil (Jeff McNeil), and Shawn Hopkins, his three grandchildren, Skyler, Talon, and Lillian Merta, and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his beloved mother, Patricia A. Merta.
A Celebration of Life is scheduled for Wednesday, June 26, 2019 from 2-8 PM at Arch L Heady at Resthaven Funeral Home 4400 Bardstown Rd Louisville, KY 40218.