Carita L. Merget, passed away peacefully at the age of 99, on Tuesday, September 6, 2022, at Sheboygan
Progressive Health Services.
She was born in Sheboygan on January 24, 1923, to the late Edward and Irene (Judies) Karbe. On
October 3, 1942, Carita was married to Arvon Merget in Dubuque, Iowa. He preceded her in death on
October 12, 1979. Along with being employed at Larson’s Plywood, Carita was a natural caregiver. She
loved her family dearly and was always there for them. Some of her passions were cooking, baking,
gardening, sewing and putting puzzles together. Carita also loved animals, having many dogs and birds
over the years, including Mulder, who held a special place in her heart.
Carita is survived by her grandchildren, Michelle Adams, of Green Bay, Jerry Lee Sperhake (Ashley), of
Green Bay, Billie Sperhake (Jevon), of Sheboygan; great-grandchildren, Kayden, Quintin, Daisha, Ariana
and Finnley; special friends, Janet and Floyd Wenninger, Mary Lynn Gustavsen, Susie Adleman and Mary
Ann Wilke; nieces, nephews, other family and friends.
Along with her parents and husband, Carita was preceded in death by her son Arvon Merget Jr. and
brothers, Charles, Donald and Edward and sisters, Ethel and Irene.
A Memorial Service for Carita will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, September 17, 2022, at Ballhorn
Chapels Funeral and Cremation Care Center, 1201 N 8 th St. in Sheboygan with Deacon Michael Burch
officiating. Family will greet visitors at the funeral home on Saturday from 9:00 AM until the time of the
service. Carita will be laid to rest at Wildwood Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Carita’s name.
The family would like to thank the staff at Sheboygan Progressive Health Services for the excellent care
given to Carita.
To leave an online condolence for the family, please visit www.ballhornchapels.com
Going home and beyond the sunset, she is happy to be united with her family who she has missed for so
long.
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