Obituary of Joseph Anthony Metz

Passed away as the result of a heart attack on Wednesday, February 15, 2017, at the age of 47 years. Tony, of Elmira, was the beloved husband of Shannon (Jackson) Metz for almost 22 years. Dearest Dad of Sam and Joey. Cherished son of Joe and Terry, and loving brother of Lisa, all of Elmira. Brother-in-law of Gene Jackson (Gwen) and uncle of Alyssa, Meghan and Keirsten. Tony is lovingly remembered by his uncle and cousins. The family will receive relatives and friends on Sunday, February 19, 2017 from 2-5 p.m. at the Dreisinger Funeral Home, 62 Arthur St. S., Elmira. The funeral service will take place on Monday, February 20, 2017 at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Cremation will follow. In Tony’s memory, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario or Autism Canada. Service Summary Visitation: February 19, 2017, 2-5 p.m. at the Dreisinger Funeral Home, 62 Arthur St. S., Elmira. ~ Funeral Service: Monday, February 20, 2017, 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. ~ Donations: Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario (2-1373 Victoria St. N. Kitchener, ON N2B 3R6, http://www.heartandstroke.on.ca 519-571-9600) ~or~ Autism Canada (PO Box 366 Bothwell ON N0P 1C0, 519.695.5858 or 1-866.476.8440)