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1929 - 2008
John Moore Mercer III of Ingrm, Texas passed away on Friday, July 11, 2008 at the VA hosptal in Kerrville Texas. He waa born on May 03, 1929 in Cleveland, Ohio to John M Mercer II and Evalyn "Swan" Mercer. John graduated from Cleveland Heights High School in 1947 and attended the Ohiio State Uiversity where he earned a Bacheelor's degree in Zoology. He served in the U.S. Air Force from 1950 uuntil 1954. John married Helen Griesemer on November 24, 1951. He spent his career in the Industrial Chemical business and founded MDM Chemicals in 1976. John was active in music his whole life including participating in singing groups and serving on the Lafayette Sympony Board. He was active in scoutng, Salvation Army, American Legion, huunting, fishing, and camping. He is preceded in death by his parents, and his son John M. Mercer IV.
JOhn is survived by his wife of 56 years Helen; children Gail Maercer of Ft. Wayne, IN., Phillip Mercer and wife Susan of Anderson, IN., Linda Mennear and husband Allen of Gastonia, NC, and Cynthia Mercer and husband Mike Ulery of Dublin, OH; twin sister Elizabeth Rupp of Columbus, Ohio; 7 grandchildren and many other family members and friends who love him will miss him.
Memorial services will be held 11am, Monday, July 14, 2008 at the First Presbyterian Church in Ingram, Texas with Paster Raymond Tear officiating the services.
In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to the Alzheimer's Associatiion in honor of Helen Mercer.
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There are currently 9 condolences.
Paula Kingma
paulakingma@remaxoflafayette.com
Friday July 18, 2008 at
3:22 PM
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Linda, I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. I would love to talk with you but I have lost your contact information. Please e-mail me or give me a call 765-428-1506 day or 765 497-0624 evening. I think of you often. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Take Care! Paula
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Nick Popovich
Wednesday July 16, 2008 at
12:51 PM
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Dear Helen: Please accept my sincerest condolences. I know how much your loved John and this shows through your family and grandchildren. He will never be forgotten and your heart will always be sad. However, I know he will be with you in spirit and although you will not be able to see or touch him, he will be with you for all things are possible through our Lord. Peace to you and your family. Nick
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Gail D Newton
nwtn_gl@yahoo.com
Wednesday July 16, 2008 at
10:09 AM
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Dear Helen,
It was with much sadness that I learned of your husband's passing while reading the morning paper. I cannot imagine what you are going through but want you to know that I am keeping you in my prayers. As things settle down a bit and if you feel like contact me, please feel free to do so.
God Bless,
Gail
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Ed & Paulette Niles
pjniles@yahoo.com
Tuesday July 15, 2008 at
7:09 PM
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To the Mercer "kids",
We were sorry to see in the paper today that your father had passed away. What happy memories we have of him from Indian Princess' and Covenant Church. He always had a twinkle in his eye and was a bit of a tease - our children loved him. He was a joy to be around for adults as well. We were saddened when your parents left West Lafayette but will always remember all of you with great fondness. I called Marsha Heslin this morning to let her know of your father's death. She will pass it on to her children as well. Her son, Paul, is retiring from the Army and moving on to Barlow St in WL in August. He's looking forward to being back in the old neighborhood. Your loss is great - we'll be praying for you.
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Jan Holden
holden@ktc.com
Tuesday July 15, 2008 at
3:44 PM
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I had the priviledge of knowing your mother and your father when I had Details & Mail in Ingram. I also helped your dad with his business (he had an office phone that I answered for him.) I also picked up their mail while they traveled. I feel like I know you kids - your Mother and Father were very, very proud of you and loved you all so much. I admired and respected your father - his business knowledge, his happy, full laugh, sweet eyes and his positive spirit. I'm so sorry for your loss. I occasionally bumped into him around town and was always a better person from being in his space. Jan Holden 830/895-5529
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Mary G. Oester
Tuesday July 15, 2008 at
11:39 AM
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I am sorry to read here today of the passing of your husband, Helen. You are greatly missed at Purdue. I wish you all the best. Mary Oester
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James and Marylin Howland Ross
Tuesday July 15, 2008 at
11:22 AM
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To all the family,
John and Helen were truly "friends of the heart".We shared many wonderful times together.I will miss him terribly.
Our best to all of you.
Jim and Marylin
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Ed Keller
Tuesday July 15, 2008 at
10:44 AM
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Cynthia- I am so sorry for your loss. I hope that you are doing well. I would love to hear from you after all these years. I remember very fondly our friendship the and good times together. Take care, Ed Keller
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Laura Frank-Hale
lauraleigh1965@verizon.net
Tuesday July 15, 2008 at
9:00 AM
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Cynthia, I saw your dad's obituary in the paper today here in Lafayette. I wanted to tell you how sorry I am of his passing. Thought I'd drop you a note to let you know that you and your family will be in my prayers over the next few months. Take care of each other.
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