Reverend William D. Mercer

Died: March 6, 2013 | Place: Victoria Hospital

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MERCER, Reverend William D…..

Peacefully after a brief illness, at Victoria Hospital, London, on Wednesday, March 6, 2013, Reverend William D. Mercer in his 97th year and 75th year as a Priest of the Anglican Church of Canada. Husband of the late Pauline (Collier) Mercer. Father of Peter P. Mercer and his wife Jacqueline Ehlert-Mercer of New Jersey, John W. Mercer and his wife Carol of Toronto and Paul D. Mercer and his wife Shelley of London. Grandfather of Ryan and Imogen; Eric, Grant and Victoria; Benjamin and Braydon. Predeceased by his siblings Eric Mercer, Marjorie Mercer and Jean Mercer all of St. John’s Newfoundland. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of his life will be held on Friday, March 8th, 2013 at 3pm at St. Paul’s Cathedral, 472 Richmond Street, London, with The Right Reverend Terrance A. Dance and The Right Reverend Robert F. Bennett officiating. Private Interment of cremated remains in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Ramapo College Foundation, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ 07430 A. Millard George Funeral Home, entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

44 Comments

  1. Peter and Hilary Neary March 7, 2013 at 8:45 am

    Dear Members of the Mercer Family: We send our sincerest condolences as we remember a life well lived. Requiescat in Pace

    Peter and Hilary Neary

  2. Miki Cammarata March 7, 2013 at 1:49 pm

    Peter, Jackie and family,

    My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family.

    Sincerely,

    Miki

  3. Larry and Pamela Stevenson March 7, 2013 at 2:06 pm

    We celebrate the life and legacy of Pop Mercer and appreciate the many fond memories of his wit and wisdom. The Jake Thackary musical accompaniment summed it up nicely, so we will get crackin’ with a wee glass of port and a knees up in his memory. With much love, Larry and Pamela and the girls

  4. David and Rena Schlussel March 7, 2013 at 2:39 pm

    To Peter and Jackie
    Our sincerest condolences on the passing of Peter’s father, Rev. William Mercer. May memories of wonderful times shared together bring you comfort . Sincerely,
    David and Rena Schlussel

  5. Charlie and Janet Belzile March 7, 2013 at 5:09 pm

    Dear John,

    Thank you for sending the notification of your father’s recent death.

    Living to an age of 96 years is quite an accomplishment (particularly for a man!). How comforting for him to have had you and your brothers with him in his final hours.

    As we will not be with you at the funeral, please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and we hope that you will keep in touch.

    Charlie and Janet

  6. Sue Van Der Hout March 7, 2013 at 5:12 pm

    John,

    So sorry to hear of this loss – but what a wonderful, long life and career! Hope that you and your brothers are celebrating his life with the joy he experienced it. The music was charming. Sue

  7. Roger & Frances Ahamed March 7, 2013 at 5:14 pm

    John,

    Nice “ditty”…definitely sets a bit of a fun mood. Our thoughts and
    prayers are with you, Carol, Eric, Grant, Victoria and the rest of your
    family.

    Roger, Frances, Christian and Genevieve

  8. Colin Lowndes March 7, 2013 at 5:15 pm

    John,

    Thank you for including me. Please accept my condolences. My thoughts are with you and your family.

  9. Mark and Heather Newsome March 7, 2013 at 5:16 pm

    John,

    I am sorry to hear your news.

    But what a wonderful, long life! Apparently you have good genes.

    Take care,

    Mark

    p.s. Excellent music file – my sentiments exactly.

  10. Bob & Lee Ann Creighton March 7, 2013 at 5:18 pm

    Hi John:

    A hard two days_—our thoughts are with you all today tomorrow and everyday.

    The Creightons

  11. Yasmin Iannuzzi March 7, 2013 at 5:21 pm

    Hi John,

    We are all sorry to hear about your dad. I remember him as quite a feisty gentleman with a good sense of humor. It is remarkable that he lived 96 years. How many of us will attain that distinction in our lives.

    Your email was very touching & it is a lovely way of getting the word out.

    Our thoughts are with you, Carol, Eric, Grant, Victoria & your family

    Yasmin

  12. Don & Tammy Mitchinson March 7, 2013 at 5:25 pm

    John,

    My old and dear friend, see you and yours tomorrow. Your dad will be missed.

    Don

  13. Brad, Susan and David March 8, 2013 at 9:15 am

    Dear John,

    We are so very sorry to hear about your Dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Carol and the rest of your family.

  14. Don Ouellette March 8, 2013 at 9:19 am

    To Paul and family, my deepest sympathy to you and all of your family members for the loss of your dad. My prayers are with you at this time.

  15. Bill Kooy March 8, 2013 at 10:08 am

    Hey John,

    Just want to express our deepest sympathies with the passing away of your Dad! I know you have a lot of fond memories to draw from!

    What a great legacy to leave behind! I wish I could be there today but I won’t be back from Florida untill Tuesday!

    I wish you all God’s healing grace today as you lay your father to rest!

    BILL K

  16. David and Davida Obront March 8, 2013 at 10:10 am

    John.

    I want to tell you how much I thought of your dad, he knew how to live his life the way he wanted and made a large difference in so many people’s lives.

    He formed you, as you have formed your kids, and that is truly the greatest legacy a man can hope for. so I raise a glass of Bookers to the chain of Mercers … William. and John. and Eric/Grant/Victoria … etc.

    David

  17. Frank Aiello March 8, 2013 at 10:14 am

    Hi Johnny

    Sad but not unexpected news I guess. Its a special bond one has with his father that can’t be replicated or fully appreciated by others.

    How gloriously beautiful they way you’ve spoken of him to me. And while I’m sure like any relationship it has ebbed and flowed over the years, it is something to cherish and keep dear for all your live long days.

    Know that I’ll have a scotch tonight and raise the glass to him and you.. But unfortunately I’m out of the cheap stuff – just finished it last night. So forgive me for using the fancy glasses and the nice hooch but I’m sure he nor you would mind too much.

    John, I think of my dad all the time. This week more than most for some stuff going on. What I wouldn’t give to have some time with him tonight as I could use some of his advice. Cherish all the memories and all the time you had together for however much you’ll miss him, 96 years sounds pretty great from my vantage point. In time, like any blade, the edge dulls. The trick is just to bide your time.. talk anytime too..

    big hug.. FRANK

  18. Dorothy Gillman March 8, 2013 at 10:23 am

    My thoughts, prayers and heartfelt condolences to you and your family. God Bless.

  19. Matthew Cicitta March 8, 2013 at 10:26 am

    I wish you the best in your passage Reverend William D. Mercer.

    I know you will be missed.

  20. Karl Johnson March 8, 2013 at 10:30 am

    Dear President Mercer:
    Please accept my condolences for your wonderful Family with the passing of your father. Please let me know if you need help with something while you are away in Canada. Have a safe trip.

    God Bless,
    Karl Johnson &
    Family

  21. Ron & Anne Cheung March 8, 2013 at 10:31 am

    Dear John and Carol,

    We are saddened to hear of John’s father’s passing. May you find comfort, peace and have a few smiles in the reflections and celebrations of such a remarkable life!

    Our deepest sympathy and condolences to you & your family.

    With love and hugs,
    Ron, Anne, Colin & Veronica Cheung

  22. Brittany and Adam Goldstein March 8, 2013 at 10:31 am

    Kahlil Gibran wrote, “Oh heart, if one should say to you that the soul perishes like the body, answer that the flower withers, but the seed remains.” May these words bring comfort to Reverend Mercer’s family and friends.

  23. Joan and Tom Dunn March 8, 2013 at 10:36 am

    Peter, Jackie and the Mercer Family,
    Our deepest condolences to you on the death of William D. Mercer. So many times have we heard Peter hold his father up as his paradigm; so many stories of his father’s wisdom and wit. A life well lived will be long remembered.

  24. Curtis and Kimberly Hawkins March 8, 2013 at 10:46 am

    To President Mercer

    Our heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
    But in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.

    God Bless

  25. Missy Long March 8, 2013 at 10:56 am

    Dear Peter & Jackie,

    I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

    With get sympathy,

    Missy

  26. Kristin Knudsen March 8, 2013 at 10:59 am

    Dear President Mercer,
    Although I never had the opportunity to meet your father, I do know the pain one feels upon losing one’s parent. I wish you much support during this painful time and hope the memories of your father bring a smile of joy to you as you heal from the loss.
    With Love and Condolences,
    Kristin Knudsen

  27. Beth Springer March 8, 2013 at 11:08 am

    Paul….my thoughts and prayers go out to you during this difficult time. May the day focus on celebrating his life!

  28. Teresa M. King March 8, 2013 at 11:14 am

    Our heartfelt condolences go out to the Mercer family. We will keep you all in our prayers at this difficult time.

    Sincerely,
    The Staff and Management of the Ramapo Campus Bookstore

  29. Chuck Shotmeyer March 8, 2013 at 11:37 am

    Dear Peter, Jackie & Family of Reverend William D. Mercer

    Please accept my sincerest condolences on the passing of your beloved father and Patriarch of the Mercer family.

    Please know that your family is supported and upheld in prayer at this time by my family and your friends her in New Jersey.

    I wish you safe travels and a blessed time as your family gathers to honor the life and legacy of your Dad.

    God Bless,
    Chuck & Darlene Shotmeyer

  30. Venus March 8, 2013 at 12:09 pm

    President Mercer,

    I would like to express my condolences on the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

  31. Joe Connell March 8, 2013 at 12:12 pm

    Dear President Mercer and Family –

    I wish you fond memories and offer prayers.

    With Sympathy,
    Joe Connell

  32. JoAnn Conti March 8, 2013 at 12:27 pm

    My deepest sympathy goes out to your family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
    May he rest in peace ….

  33. Rikki Abzug March 8, 2013 at 12:39 pm

    So sorry to hear the news. My heartfelt condolences to the family.

  34. Bernard Roy March 8, 2013 at 12:43 pm

    Der Peter and Jackie,

    Laura and I are with you on this sad day. Our deepest condolences go to you and Jackie.

    Bernard

  35. Dave Suchard March 8, 2013 at 12:55 pm

    John Mercer,
    My condolences to you John on the loss of your Father.I know how much family means to you and i wish you and Carol all the best in this trying time.

  36. Chris and Samantha Romano March 8, 2013 at 1:39 pm

    Peter, Jackie, Imogen Ryan and the rest of the Mercer family:

    Our deepest sympathy during your time of loss. Our prayers are with you and we share this quote in memory, “Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.”

    Chris and Samantha

  37. Kathleen, Diane, Cheryl, Laurie and Brendan (CHERD) March 8, 2013 at 4:20 pm

    Peter, Jackie and family
    Please accept our sympathies and condolences at this time.Our thoughts are with you.

  38. Cory Rosenkranz March 8, 2013 at 4:43 pm

    Peter, Jackie and Family:
    My deepest, heartfelt sympathies to you at this time. William Penn wrote: “They that love beyond the world cannot be seperated from it. Death cannot kill what never dies”.
    You are in my thoughts and prayers.

  39. Stephen Klein March 8, 2013 at 5:57 pm

    To Peter and Jackie
    My condolences on the passing of Peter’s father, Rev. William D. Mercer. May the anecdotes you’ve shared with me about your father and your many years of good memories of him bring a smile to your face.
    Sincerely,
    Stephen

  40. Laureana Organ March 9, 2013 at 1:23 am

    My deeply condolence to the family, rest in peace Mr. Mercer

  41. Ruma March 10, 2013 at 1:24 am

    Dear Peter:
    Mom and I send our heartfelt condolences. I am reminded of all the funny and heartwarming stories of your dad that you’ve shared with me. I am sure that you and your family will continue to cherish and share those memories. Wishing you peace in your time of loss.

    Warmly,
    Ruma

  42. Eddie & Robby Saiff March 10, 2013 at 10:18 am

    Peter, Jackie & Family,
    You are in our thoughts and prayers.
    Eddie & Robby

  43. Robert MacLeod March 10, 2013 at 9:49 pm

    Dear John, Martha-Jean and I send you our best wishes to you and your family in this time of sorrow. God bless all of you.

    Rob MacLeod (Seoul, South korea)

  44. Ben Hovius March 11, 2013 at 8:39 am

    Peter and family: My deepest sympathies to you at this time.

    Ben

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