Carol S. Metzger

Friday, March 14, 2025, from 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.

First United Methodist Church ~ Trenton

Friday, March 14, 2025

11:00 a.m.

First United Methodist Church ~ Trenton

Carol S. Metzger, age 83, of Trenton, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at her home. She was born February 15, 1942, in Belleville, a daughter of the late George and Cecilia (nee Wurz) Fink.

Carol married Jim Metzger on July 4, 1964, in Belleville and he survives in Trenton. Carol is also survived by her sister-in-law, Jeanne Burd of Florida, and nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.

Carol was preceded in death by her parents; sons, James Jacob “Jay” “JJ” Metzger and Joseph M. “Joe” Metzger; sisters, Rosemary Reeves, Lucy Fris, Margie Oliver, and Judy Joellenbeck; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Wilbert and Lucille (nee Miller) Metzger; and sister-in-law, Gloria Maue.

A dedicated public servant, Carol worked for twenty years as the Trenton City Clerk and also embraced her role as a homemaker. She was a devoted member of the First United Methodist Church in Trenton and formerly served as a Cub Scout Leader.

Carol’s passions in life were as vibrant as her spirit. She found joy in dancing with the Country Kickers and taught line dancing and couples dancing alongside her husband. Her love of country music, poetry, and adventure led her to travel, camp, fish, and boat—always embracing life with enthusiasm and grace.

Memorial Service will be Friday, March 14, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church in Trenton with Pastor Rena Whitcher officiating. Interment will follow at Trenton Cemetery.

Visitation will be Friday, March 14, 2025, from 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. at the Frist United Methodist Church in Trenton.

In lieu of flowers, plants, and other gifts, memorials may be made to HSHS Home Care & Hospice and will be received at the visitation or by mail, Moss Funeral Home, 105 S. Main St, Trenton, IL 62293, who is serving the family.