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Ramona Mercer Obituary
Ramona Mercer passed away September 29, 2022 surrounded by her family.
She will be remembered for her love and dedication to her family and friends, her beautiful outgoing nature and smile, acceptance of others, overcoming adversity from early childhood and having the fortitude to create a life she envisioned. Also for her artistic ability and creativeness, scholarly pursuits, love of nature and travel and being an avid fan of Ohio state football.
Ramona received her Master of Science in Elementary education from The Ohio State University in 1971 after attending other higher educational institutions including Malone College, Butler University, Bowling Green State University and Toledo University.
Her career began in Indiana at Orchard Park Elementary School and continued in the Maumee City Schools for 24 years in the Gifted and Talented Education program, coordinating the department for 12 years.
Her many accomplishments included the Ohio Teacher of the Year 1980 awarded by the State of Ohio Department of Education, Martha Jennings Holder Scholar, 1982, State of Ohio Teacher in Space Selection Committee, 1985, Centennial Queen Morrow County, OH 1948 and Mrs. Greater Canton, OH 1960
In 1951 Ramona married Carl LeRoy Mercer to whom she shared 64 years of marriage. Surviving family are her daughters: Marla Michelsen (Bill), Perrysburg, Ohio and Christine Mercer Kraft (Jim), Creede, Colorado. Grandchildren: Kelly, Rachel, Jeremy, Daniel, Caitlin, Anna and Garrett. Great-grandchildren: Easton, Kevin, Michael, Tanner, Kylan, Savannah and Kwinn; Siblings, Richard James, Charlotte Lehner, Kathleen Darnell, and Jeannine Reed. Her mother Leona, husband Carl and son Douglas preceded her in death.
Friends and family will be received at the Maison-Dardenne-Walker Funeral Home, 501 Conant St., Maumee on Wednesday, October 5th, 2022, from 4-6 PM. Services will be held at Perrysburg First Church, 200 West Second Street, Perrysburg, Ohio on Thursday, October 6th from 10am-11am. Reception with family and friends to follow. Private interment.
Memorial contributions can be made in lieu of flowers to the Maumee Schools Gifted Program or their S.T.E.A.M. lab. (Envelopes will be available at the church). Online messages and condolences may be shared with the family at walkerfuneralhomes.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ramona Mercer
Diane Frederick
February 14, 2025
She was a good lady and a joy to the children.
Diane Frederick
September 26, 2024
Not forgotten. I remember her well. She played a important part in my childrens life journey.
Diane
September 27, 2023
Great teacher and fine person
Suzanne Qualls
October 10, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Kate B
October 4, 2022
I remember Mrs. Mercer as the GATE teacher in the 1980s. She really was inspiring. We dissected frogs, learned Spanish, and learned about ancient Egypt. I have often wished that all the kids had access to the resources and joy that she shared with us. Thank you, Mrs. Mercer.
Judith Bertz (Cousin-in-law)
October 4, 2022
Ramona was a very caring person and always there to help others. She loved her art and loved sharing it with others. She will be missed by all. Loved being able to reconnect with her and Carl after losing contact with them for so many years. We had a lot of laughs together. Condolences to the entire family. Judy (Parlett) Bertz and Ted Bertz
Jeannine James Reed
October 4, 2022
Very proud of .my sister she definitely gave more in her life to everyone than she took. An amazing lady that I am proud to call her sister Knowing she is happy with Jesus Will be missed by all who knew her
Marcia & Joe
October 4, 2022
One of the most amazing and loving ladies. A treasure to all the family. She will be missed by so many. Hugs to all the Mercer family during this time of loss. RIP my dear Aunt Ramona
Fran Weinblatt
October 3, 2022
I taught with Ramona in Maumee Schools for many years. She was caring, bright, always pleasant and upbeat. I enjoyed working with her. My sympathy goes to her loved ones.
Jon Blumb
October 2, 2022
I extend my sympathy for the loss of Ramona Kraft to her children and their families. I enjoyed getting to know Ramona during her visits to Christine Mercer Kraft and Jim Kraft. I am impressed by her teaching history and the many awards she received. Certainly her students were fortunate to have her attention and skills in the classroom!
Diane Frederick
October 2, 2022
I worked with Ramona in the Maumee Schools and my children had her as their gifted and talented teacher. She was truly a joy and always a breath of sunshine.
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