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CHARLES MERCER Obituary

Mercer, Charles W. Of Medford, October 21st, 2015. Devoted husband of Michelle (Morais) Mercer. Loving father of Martika and Aaliyah Mercer. Cherished son of Charlotte and Jesse Mercer. Beloved brother of Dewey Mercer. Adored uncle of Manuel and Sabrina Morais, Jesse and RayRay Mercer. Also survived by many other loving relatives and friends. Visiting hours at the Rogers & Hutchins Funeral Home, 292 Mass. Ave., ARLINGTON, on Tuesday, October 27th, 2015 from 4:00 to 8:00 pm. Funeral Mass at St. Agnes Church, 51 Medford St., Arlington, on Wednesday at 10:00 am. Charles was best known as "DJ Charles Mercer" of Entertainment Specialists. In lieu of flowers donations in his memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701. Rogers & Hutchins Funeral Home 292 Massachusetts Avenue Arlington, MA 02474 www.rogersfuneralhome.net

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Published by Boston Globe from Oct. 22 to Oct. 25, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
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Calvin Smith

June 13, 2016

My friend, my brother, sorry to hear of your passing. Wish that we had stayed in touch more. My condolences to his family, my condolences to all that knew him.

November 18, 2015

So very sorry to hear of Charles' passing. He was our wedding DJ and not only was he the very best DJ, he was such a nice man and we were thrilled to have him be a part of our wedding. Very sorry for your loss!

Jed Lippard

October 27, 2015

My heartfelt condolences to the entire family. Charles was a wonderful man, a wonderful father, and a fellow fanatic of the Pittsburgh Steelers. The epitome of a true GENTLEMAN. May you all find peace in warm and loving memories of an extraordinary individual. His love and his light will be everlasting.

October 27, 2015

Charles, I know our father called you home to be his DJ and and you will be missed always ... Dot Bear 4 Life
Trayce' B.(Newell) Booth
Class of 83

October 27, 2015

Dearest Marti and Martika ans Aaliyah, What a terrible loss. My heartfelt prayers and love to all of you.

Elizabeth Calmar

Michelle Laguerre Michel and Naomie Laguerre with Charles at The Boston University School Of Public Health, Boston Cruise in 2010. Charles was the DJ.

Mrs. Michelle Laguerre Michel and Ms. Naomie Laguerre with Charles Mercer.

October 27, 2015

Thank you for fixing our front porch gutter, when we first moved to the neighborhood. Our sincere condolences to your family. The Laguerre Family.

The Laguerre Family

October 25, 2015

We are missing you already Charles. We won't see you anymore when we drive by your house to waive "hello" We are going to miss your contagious smile.

The Laguerre Family

October 25, 2015

Rom and Ghostly Laguerre

October 24, 2015

The Laguerre family of Medford is sadden and heart broken by the sad news of the passing of Charles. He always had a smile to greet you. Charles will be greatly missed. Our sincere condolences to his lovely wife Michelle, his two beautiful daughters Martika and Aaliyah and to all his survived family, relatives and friends. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May GOD console you all in your time of sorrow.

Rob Gogan

October 23, 2015

I worked with Charles at Harvard and really enjoyed our opportunities to collaborate. When I broke my leg, he was sympathetic and commisserated with me as I went through physical therapy and healing. Condolences to his family.

Jill Person

October 23, 2015

I can not say enough great things about Charles. His kind heart and warm smile always lit up the room. He will be greatly missed by so so many of us in the Boston wedding industry. Much love to Michelle and the girls.

October 23, 2015

My heart has been heavy since I got the news, thinking about you and hope you rest comfortable, Love you..

Vandelia (Vanny -D) Rieves

Jacqueline Archer

October 23, 2015

Such a warm and wonderful person.
Such a sad and heartfelt loss.

I never crossed paths with Charles without receiving from him a smile and a greeting.

He will be missed down here, but Heaven welcomed him with joy.

My deepest condolences to all the Mercer family members and friends.

Esther Simmons

October 22, 2015

It's so hard to say goodbye to an amazing and wonderful angel. I will miss you my friend.

My condolences to the Mercer Family. May you find joy in knowing that your angel has gone to heaven and is blessing and guiding you with his soul for continued happiness forever.

My prayers be with you always,

David and Lauren Cantú

October 22, 2015

Charles' big, loving personality still carries on strong in our memories. He was a great father and a fabulous entertainer. Our love goes out to his beautiful wife and daughters, Martika and Aaliyah. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.

The Posley Family

October 22, 2015

To the Mercer Family/Friends we wish to extend our prayers and condolences during your time of grief. Take comfort in knowing that Charles soul has entered those pearly gates of Heaven and he's now watching over all you.

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Memorial Events
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Oct

27

Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Rogers and Hutchins Funeral Home and Cremation Services

292 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA 02474

Oct

28

Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

St. Agnes Church

51 Medford St, Arlington, MA

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292 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA 02474

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