Kurt Metzger, age 53 of Coldwater, died at 7:55 p.m., Friday, November 9, 2012 at Briarwood Village in Coldwater. He was born May 13, 1959 in Lima, Ohio to Kermit E. 'Whitey' and Maris Yuteve Kirchner Metzger, who survive in Wapakoneta.

Mr. Metzger was a member of the Aktion of Mercer County. He attended the Cheryl Ann Programs of Mercer County. He enjoyed bowling for the Big Brothers/Sisters, camping, traveling and the Special Olympics.

Survivors include a sister – Elisha (Bart) Smith of Wapakoneta; nieces – Andrea Smith Brookhart and Emily Smith; an uncle and aunt – Norman and Bonnie Kirchner and many cousins.