Michael Joel Mercer, 49 of
Fromberg, Montana, passed away on February 22, 2023. Mr. Mercer was born July 5,1973 in
Ocala, Florida. He was the oldest of 4 siblings.
After graduation Mr. Mercer served in the U.S. Navy and briefly taught English in El Salvador. Mr. Mercer was of the Christian Faith.
Mr. Mercer was a dedicated father, traveler, writer, and photographer. He also had an intense love for animals. His dog Elvis was his constant companion over the last 11 years. Mr. Mercer rescued many animals during his life.
Mr. Mercer found his forever home when he moved to Montana over 18 years ago. Mountains, lakes, rivers, national parks and the Big Sky gave him peace. He found God's beauty of creation daily in his environment. Mr. Mercer found great joy sharing his love of Montana with visiting family and friends.
Mr. Mercer is survived by his fiancé Amanda Lamberti of
Fromberg, Montana; son, Maddox Mercer of
Billings, Montana; grandmother, Lucille Grizzell of
Blairsville, Georgia; mother and step-father, Ben and Debra Parker of
Ten Mile, Tennessee; father, Joel Mercer of
Cleveland, Tennessee; brother and sister in law, Jordan Mercer and Tina March of
Cleveland, Tennessee; sister and brother in law, Steve and Sara Curbelo of Abu Dhabi, UAE; step-brother and wife, John and Misty Parker of
Dallas, Georgia; uncle and aunt, Michael and Kelle Grizzell of
Jacksonville, Florida; uncle and aunt, Bradley and Wendy Grizzell of
Blairsville, Georgia; family members Robert and Sharman Eckhardt of
Billings, Montana and many nephews, nieces, and cousins.
Mr. Mercer was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents Marvin and Wynelle Mercer of South Carolina; maternal grandfather William D. Grizzell Jr. of
Atlanta, Georgia; and sister Aimee Mercer of
Dallas, Georgia.
A Celebration of Life was held on March 5, 2023 in
Billings, Montana.
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