Anton “Tony” E. Merder, 80, Jasper

Anton “Tony” E. Merder, 80, of Jasper, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2026, at his home.

He was born on May 4, 1945, in Jasper, to parents Wilfred and Catherine (Knust) Merder. Tony married Marlene (Brosmer) Merder on June 29, 1963, and she preceded him in death on October 29, 2015.

Tony retired after a 40-year career as a semi-truck driver for Kimball International. He enjoyed his grandchildren, selling produce, and socializing with his many friends. He could always be found enjoying a cigar.

He is survived by his daughters, Danielle Schnell and husband, Lee, of Celestine and Dana Berger and husband, Tim, of Jasper; sons, Dean Merder and wife, Donna, of Santa Claus, and Dwain Merder of Jasper; brothers, Greg Merder, Mark Merder, and John Merder, all of Jasper; sisters, Jane Mosby of Jasper and Brenda Huitron of California; grandchildren – Devon Merder (Taylor), Delany Smith (Caleb), Shelby Farwig (Augie), Carly Merder
(Luke), Riley Merder, Colten Berger, Chloe Billa (Nate), Corbyn, Maddox, Raynie, and Kinley Schnell and great-grandchildren, Mya, Walker, Ivy, Wyatt, Dawsyn, Zuri, and Thea.

Tony was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; and siblings, Martha Esmeier, Carol Kempf, and Steven Merder.

There will be a memorial mass at 2:00 p.m. EST. on Friday, February 13, at St. Joseph Catholic Parish of Jasper. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until the service time at 2:00 p.m. EST. Father John Brosmer will officiate, and burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery.

Memorial contributions can be made to a charity of your choice.

For condolences, please visit mcadamsmortuary.com.