Jay Anthony Metting, 68 of Cuero, went to be with Our Lord on December 6, 2025, after a two year fight with cancer.
Jay is survived by his loving wife of 36 years, Laurie Buchhorn Metting; his sons, Dustin Metting (Meredith) of Cuero, Austin Metting (Jamie) of Temple, Thomas Diehl (Amber) of Victoria and Timothy Diehl (Jenni) of Yorktown; and daughters, Teresa Hiles (Chris) of Cuero and Lacie Metting of Cuero. Those he loved best called him Papa, and he leaves behind 15 grandchildren, Clayton, Devon, Tabitha, Ethan, Cadan, Evan, Kellan, Madelynn, Gavin, Harper, Kylie, Turner, Julia, Graham and Karlie and one great grandchild, Amelia Ann. Jay is also survived by sisters, Grace Binz (Dwight), JoAnn Reitz (Maurice); and his brother, Ernest Metting, Jr. (Carla) and numerous nieces and nephews, cousins and close friends.
Jay was born on July 12, 1957 to Ernest Metting, Sr. and his wife, Mildred Dentler Metting in Yorktown. He was the youngest of 5 children. From a young age he loved music and taught himself how to play the guitar. Jay loved to entertain and brought joy with his smooth voice. For much of his life he was in bands, most notably Silver Wings and Neon Light Cowboys. He also got much enjoyment performing with Bear and Mike. Jay graduated from Yorktown High School in 1975. Most of Jay’s career was spent working in administration with KBR.
Jay loved being a Papa and adored his grandchildren. He spent lots of time crunching ice, making tuna salad, fishing, hunting, and playing guitar with his little people.
Jay was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Irene Brieden.
With grateful hearts we want to acknowledge the care Jay received during his 2 ½ year illness. Thank you to Delia and Teresa at CRH outpatient for always treating him with professionalism and true concern. Dr David Hill for always willing to accommodate us. Dr. Jafri at Detar Blood and Cancer Center and Jessica (hospitalist) at Detar Navarro for years of compassionate care. MD Anderson team of health care workers for their kindness and care. Thanks to the staff of TPN and Dr. Dugi for their care. Lastly, a very special thank you to the generous people who give the gift of life by donating their blood.
Visitation will be held at Freund Funeral Home in Cuero on Thursday, December 11, 2025 from 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Yorktown on Friday, December 12, 2025 at 10 a.m. Interment will follow at Memory Gardens of Cuero Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to donor’s choice.