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Robert Mercier Obituary
Sonny was born in Gardner on November 15, 1951, son of Rita (Manseau) Mercier and the late Samuel Mercier and lived here all of his life. He graduated from Gardner High School class of 1969 and later enlisted in the United States Airforce where he was a jet engine mechanic. He worked for 20 years at St. Gobain in Worcester and enjoyed repairing vehicles, fishing, deep sea fishing and most especially camping. More than anything, he enjoyed being surrounded by his family and friends.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Marilyn J. (Cutting) Mercier; his mother, Rita (Manseau) Mercier Stowell of Gardner; five sons, Robert L. Mercier, Jr. of Albuquerque, New Mexico, Joel A. Mercier of Gardner, Timothy J. Duval of Brooklyn, Connecticut, Robert L. Duval of Gardner and Samuel P. Mercier of Gilbertville, Massachusetts; two daughters, Kristene M. Ambrose of Winchendon and Jessica L. Mercier of Ware; three brothers, Alfred Mercier of Pineville, Louisiana, George "Joe" Mercier of Florida and Leon Mercier of East Swanzey, New Hampshire; two sisters, Anne M. McMillen and Lorraine Marion, both of Gardner, 9 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews, including Mark A. Racine and his wife Karen of Gardner, with whom he was very close.
You are invited to attend his funeral service in Lamoureux-Fletcher Community Funeral Home, 105 Central St., Gardner on Thursday, October 16, 2008 at 9:45 AM. Pastor Rick Needham, Pastor of the Jaffrey Bible Church in Jaffrey New Hampshire will officiate. Burial will follow in the Massachusetts Veterans' Memorial Cemetery in Winchendon. Visiting hours at the funeral home will be from 6-8 PM Wednesday. Those who wish may make contributions in his memory to Walk to Cure Cancer, 333 South St., Room 13E-495, Shrewsbury, MA 01545. For directions or to sign the online guest book for the Mercier family, please visit our website at
www.fletcherfuneral.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Lamoureux-Fletcher Community Funeral Home, Gardner.
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Memories and Condolences
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Belinda Ducharme PCA- Peter Levine Cancer Center Infusion Suite
October 30, 2008
Marilyn,
I apologize that I haven't signed sooner. But I want you to know that he will be missed around here!! I will miss seeing you guys in so early in the morning, especially when you where always so TIRED!! you where Snoozing here too. And his smile when he walked through the door with the personality you both had! I wish you and the rest of the family well, and please keep in touch with us!! Take care!!
Patrick Manseau
October 20, 2008
We have just received the news today and are saddened of your lost. Robert is my cousin with whom I (Pat) shared many summers at his parents camp at the pond. We are very sorry for your lost and we pray for God's strength for all of you.
We extend our love to you all.
Pat and Kathey Manseau
Lexington, Tn 38351
Phil Landry
October 15, 2008
Bob was a very significant contributer to our business over the years and was also a very nice person to deal with every day. He will be sincerely missed.
kellie morton
October 14, 2008
Marilyn and family,
Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers as we will all miss our buddy so much! God Bless and stay well.
Kellie A. Morton, PCA- levine cancer center
Lisa Johnson
October 14, 2008
Aunt Rita,
May the peace of Jesus Christ be with you and your family during this time. My heartfelt condolences are with you.
I love you.
Lisa (Manseau) Johnson
Scott Hebert & Staff of the Lamoureux Fletcher Community Funeral Home
October 14, 2008
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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