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Merz was born in Dover and lived in Rockaway Township for 11 years, his obituary says.
Merz worked as a truck driver for MXI Environmental for 13 years and enjoyed photography and fishing in his free time, according to his memorial.
Merz is survived by his mother, Liz Vastola; his step-father Gerard Vastola; two siblings: Kassie and Nick Merz; his grandmother, "Nan" Carolyn Merz; his father, Dan McErlean; and many extended family members.
Merz’s visitation will be held June 4 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Morgan Funeral Home in Netcong.
Donations can be made in Merz’s memory to a charity that advocates for mental health, depression and suicide prevention.
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