David Mergenthaler
Age - 78
November 26, 2023
Ilion - David Leslie Mergenthaler, age 78, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 22, 2023, at his home with his loving family at his side. He was born on January 17, 1945, in San Antonio, TX a son of the late Frederick and Grace (Foster) Mergenthaler. David was raised in Richfield Springs and Mohawk, graduated from Mohawk Central School with the class of 1963. On September 5, 1964 he was united in marriage to the former Roberta (Robin) Mang. On September of 1962 he entered the US Navy and re-enlisted in March of 1976 and was honorably discharged on September 6, 1979. He was a talented tool and die maker having worked locally for E. J. Willis Machine Shop, Chicago Pneumatic Tool Company and was a Supervisor at Union Tool. After relocating to Virginia, he went on to share his leadership skills as Plant Facility Manager for Federal Mogul Company of Winchester, VA, retiring in 2002. David, was a talented gentleman and enjoyed woodworking, painting cars, playing the guitar, and singing, to name a few. He was a hardworking and intelligent man, loved by many. David was also known for his ability to share interesting life experiences with his family and friends. What a joy it was to hear his "stories". He was a "Gentle Giant" that lived his life with one main objective in mind; his family. His love and devotion to his wife, children, grandchildren, and his adoring great grandchildren was endless. He cherished each and every one of them and he was dearly loved ni return. He will be deeply and sadly missed by all. Surviving David is his devoted and loving wife of 59 years, Robin; his son David Mergenthaler Jr. and wife Colette of Buffalo; a daughter Shelly Cole and husband Michael of Ilion; six grandchildren, Kaylia Mergenthaler, Lesley (Kyle) Winsor, Derek Mergenthaler, Michael (Samantha) Cole, Megan (Brett) Nasypany, Marie (Josh) Brewer; and 12 great-grandchildren, Dallas and Blair Cole, Skylar Mergenthaler, Leigha and Cole Nasypany, Raylee, Emma, Bo and Mia Brewer; Lily, Harley and Oliver Winsor. A sister Lillian (Cliff) Oram of Ilion. His Sister- in-law, Judy and husband Larry Sickler; Sisters-in-law, Marietta Mergenthaler, JoAnne Mergenthaler and Kathy Schultz. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his beloved son Daniel Le, May 25, 1988, also he never stopped grieving; his great granddaughter Dani Paige Winsor; his loving brother Michael, December 12, 2004; and dear brother Fred, February 25, 2010. A graveside funeral service with Military Honors will be held next spring at the Cedarville Cemetery at a time ot be announced. There are no calling hours. The family would like to share their gratitude to Wiliam Wolff, PA and Nurse Kathy and the staff at hte Rome VA facility; the Little Falls Hospital, and the Ilion Fire Department for their care and concerns shown to David during his extended illness. A special thank you to his daughter Shelly; his granddaughters Megan, Marie and Samantha; and his grandson Michael for their constant commitment, love and loyalty in caring for him throughout his illness. Arrangements are with Fenner Funeral Home Inc. Herkimer. To plant Memorial Trees in memory of , please .Show more