Date of Service:
January 06, 2026
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Jack Clayton Metz, 91, passed away peacefully on December 26, 2025, in Vero Beach, Florida.
Born on January 18, 1934, in Vero Beach to Henry Metz and Fannie Metz (Roberts). He graduated from Vero Beach High School, where he and his high school sweetheart, Linda Baker, were voted “Friendliest” in the class of 1952. Their marriage spanned 65 years until Linda’s passing in 2020.
Jack had 34 years of service with the United States Postal Service and retired in 1989. After retiring, they launched a citrus gift shipping business, growing their own fruit.
He was a longstanding member of First Methodist Church of Vero Beach.
Jack is survived by his sons and their wives: Dale and Teri, Steve and Erin, Ray and Denise; his grandchildren: Nikki, Mark, Amanda, Brad, Jackie, Zach, Matt, Maggie, Allison, Jordan, Sam, and Jeff; and his great-grandchildren: Hudson, Addie, Liam, Sylus, Clayton, Isla, and Collins. He is also remembered by many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
A Celebration of Life will be held 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at First Methodist Church of Vero Beach followed by a reception at Ray’s home.
Interment will be private at Crestlawn Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made in Jack’s honor to the First Methodist Church of Vero Beach or to the VNA & Hospice Foundation.
Arrangements are by Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home & Crematory, Vero Beach.
© 2026 Lowther Funeral Home. All Rights Reserved.
Eugene O’Neill - Friend of family
December 29, 2025, 6:39 pm
Very sorry for your loss. His wife was always so nice to me. Sincere condolences.
Gloria Salo - Fruend
December 29, 2025, 7:13 pm
Keith and I are so sorry to hear the loss of your Dad. I remember your mom and Dad living on 20th Avenue. Prayers for his family
Howie And Lisa DeCristofaro - Friend
December 30, 2025, 1:58 pm
Dale, Steve and Ray, Lisa and I are so very sorry for your loss. Remember the good times and hopefully they will lessen the pain of his passing.
Carolyn B. McNeil - Cousin
December 30, 2025, 9:09 pm
Jack was my mother Lorena Roberts, cousin. Fanny Roberts, was my grandfather Joe Roberts Sr., sister. We always enjoyed being with dear Linda and Jack. He was such a Southern gentleman and she was such a lady. We had many good times, with them at Fort Pierce, family parties, and Vero reunions. It is difficult losing someone you love, and who loves you in return. Particularly a parent. My sincere, sympathy, Your Yankee, Cousin, Carolyn Bilotta McNeil.
Susan Wodtke Smith - Friend
December 30, 2025, 11:31 pm
So very sorry to read of Jack’ death. He is now rejoining Linda, the love of his life. Jack and Linda were very very dear friends of my brother Mike. Vero has sadly lost another long time native. To Jack and Linda’s kids, you were blessed with such nice parents. Hold those memories of them close to your heart. My deepest sympathies to all.
Annie Shelly - Bus/Driver
December 31, 2025, 2:12 am
Hello Zach, Matt,Maggie And Family, Sorry to hear of Your Grandfather,passing, I remember meeting him at BurgerKing on 58th and Rte 60 corner,I asked him was he Your Grandfather, He spoke nicely to Me “Yes “Ma am, I told Him I was Your Bus/Driver, Such a Kind Man, He offered to buy My food, I told him Thank You so much, Maybe next time, He said are You sure, I said Yes Sir,and he Shook my hand, And gave Me a hug❤️God Bless YouI will always remember You all All The Flowers and The Lab puppies⭐️
Maggie Keitz - Friend
December 31, 2025, 4:28 pm
I used to see Jack on Saturdays, when he would come to pick up his brother Hank, (who was my next-door neighbor), to play golf. I often spoke with Jack and Linda when they visited Hank and Helen, and who could forget Lindas deep Southern drawl? They would bring me a variety of citrus, including blood oranges, which I had never seen. Jack was always smiling, and a true gentleman. Now there’s another Metz to miss. May he rest in peace.
Susan Denton Bowles - friend
December 31, 2025, 4:46 pm
I lived close to his mother for many years and she was so kind, just like Jack and Linda. I miss that instant smile of Lindas and Jacks kindness all these years and loved bumping into them while out. Vero will miss them and their legacy. So glad to see all of the family they passed down their love to. Remember those good times and their love for you