Mildred Cora Metzger

Mildred Cora Metzger, 92, of Elkhart, Indiana and formerly of Pierceton, Indiana, died on 4/1/2010 at 9:45 am at Golden Living Center of Elkhart County. She was born on November 22, 1917 in Kosciusko County, Indiana. Mildred was born to Grover and Beatrice (Sleighter) Long. She was a lifetime resident of Kosciusko County.She married Joe Metzger on November 23, 1935 in Pierceton. He preceded her in death on December 10, 2007.Mildred worked for Oppenheim's Department Store for many years until retiring. She was a member of the United Methodist Church, Pierceton as well as a former member of the Womens' Relief Corps Auxiliary to the Grand Army of the Republic.She is survived by her Son; Jerry (and spouse Dorma) Metzger, Goshen, Indiana1 Grandson; Duane (and spouse Marcy) Metzger, Edwardsburg, Michigan2 Granddaughters; Anita (and spouse Randy) Meade, Goshen, IndianaLynetter Metzger, Elkhart, Indiana3 Great Grandchildren and many Nieces and Nephews.Mildred is also preceded in death by a Sister and a Brother. Funeral service will be privately held and not open to the public. Burial will be at Hillcrest Cemetery, Pierceton, Indiana. McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Pierceton, Indiana is in charge of arrangements. The family requests memorial contributions be made to the Hospice Organization of Donor's Choice.