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Frank Mercer Obituary

Mercer, Frank D. on Thursday, March 4, 2010. Beloved father of Shannon (Bob) Chrisco and Scott Mercer; dear grandfather Michael, Ryan and Natalie Chrisco; dear brother of the late Donald Mercer; our dear cousin and friend to many. Frank was the director of the Gateway Civil Liberties Alliance; member of the NRA, the ARPC and the 67 Gun Club, Inc. Services: The funeral service will be conducted in the Chapel of HOFFMEISTER SOUTH COUNTY Chapel 1515 Lemay Ferry Road on Monday, March 8, 2010 at 11:30 a.m. Interment will follow in Mount Hope Cemetery. Visitation at Hoffmeister South County Chapel on Sun. 3-8 pm Please visit mem.com

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Published by St. Louis Post-Dispatch on Mar. 6, 2010.

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Kim Farrell-Orf

March 15, 2010

Shannon and Scott, My Mom told me about your Dad and I am so sorry for your loss. Your Dad was a great guy with a huge smile. God Bless you and your families.

Mark Buckner

March 11, 2010

As we heard in the eulogy at Frank's service, he was one of a kind when it came to volunteerism. Whether it was at GCLA, the ARPC, NRA recruiting or at his church, Frank was willing and eager to help. I honestly don't know how he did it.

As a mutual friend wrote upon hearing of Frank's death, "He was a DOER not a talker. When no one else could or would, Frank DID." I couldn't have said it better.

His advice and counsel have been a gift that I will not forget. Scott and Shannon, you and your entire families will be in our prayers as we all have only begun to miss him.

Joe Selz

March 9, 2010

I had the privilege of serving along side of your Dad at Concord Church. He was truly a good guy and a pleasure to be around. I am so sorry for your loss.

Lorna Roth

March 8, 2010

Pleas accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your father, Frank. Frank and I attended Kindergarten through Hancock High School together. He was always a kind, compassionate and special person. I was looking forward to seeing Frank at our 50th High School Reunion in October. He will be greatly missed.
Lorna Douglas Roth

Kyle Crew

March 8, 2010

Frank and I never met in person, but we talked about every week or so on the phone. Always upbeat and a pleasure to talk to. He did so much for NRA recruiting efforts and was always ready to do more. He will be missed greatly by all of us here.

Tim & Laura Borstell

March 7, 2010

Shannon and Scott,
We have a lot of fond memories of your Dad, Frank. He was a very kind and fun loving man. You are both in our prayers.
Tim and Laura (Peters) Borstell

Jere Wilmering, Jr

March 7, 2010

It is hard to imagine a nicer man than Frank Mercer. I knew him through the Arnold Rifle and Pistol Club and found him to be one of the hardest worrking men I have known ---always with a smile.

He will be sorely missed. Frank and his family are in my thoughts and prayers.

William Corley

March 7, 2010

Frank, I will miss you. You rank right up there with the most admirable. Until we meet again. I enjoyed every minute we worked together. GCLA table at Gun Shows and more.

Joani Madden

March 7, 2010

Was so shocked to hear of your Dad's passing. I worked with him back in the Gundaker days at Telegraph - he will surely be missed. My prayers are with you.

John Wolf

March 7, 2010

It is with shock and sadness that I learned today of Frank's passing. Frank and I worked together from the beginning of G.C.L.A. and at A.R.P.C. The nation would benefit from having more citizens like Frank; he will surely be missed. My sincere condolences to his family and his many friends, from a former St. Louisan.

John and CeCe Cuba

March 6, 2010

Frank was a dear friend to John and CeCe Cuba. He helped my sister buy her 1st home. We shared a love of our dogs, his being Socks and mine Barney. Really great guy for GCLA. We will miss him very much. Our deepest sympathy to his family.
John and CeCe Cuba

Robert Sliger

March 6, 2010

It is hard for Joyce and I to express our great sorry at the passing of Frank. He was a wonderful person and always that big smile. He will be missed.

Bob & Joyce Sliger, Farmington, MO

Dale Barron GCLA NRA

March 6, 2010

Frank helped me in so many ways under standing what could be done up holding our civil rights I will miss that man a great deal

Michael Meyer

March 6, 2010

A friend who always had a smile on his face.It was a pleasure knowing and working with you on all the Second Amendment issues thew the years. But especially the Radio Show (Loaded for Bear) My Deepest Sympathy's and prayers
to Frank's family he will will be greatly missed. God Bless

Stan Dix

March 6, 2010

Our most sincere condolences to the Mercer family during this difficult time. We were shocked to hear of Frank's passing and just saw him at the range last week. Frank was a great man that followed his passion for protecting our rights and inspired others to do so as well. We have lost a great friend and leader. Rest in Peace Frank, you will be greatly missed.

Sherri Potsos

March 6, 2010

Dear Shannon, My deepest sympathy to you and Scott on the loss of your father. I received a call from my neighbor, Judy, who informed me of your father passing. My goodness, this news was quite unexpected. My thoughts are with you and I pray that you will find peace and comfort in the Lord at this time. Sherri Potsos, Washington University and Neighbor of your grandfather, Frank.

Mike Willett

March 6, 2010

I met Frank many years ago when joining the GCLA Gun Club. I assisted me in getting my CCW license and I worked with Frank several times at gun club functions. Every time Frank saw you, his face lit up and his big smile let you know you were welcome. I didn’t see Frank at several recent meetings but I was thinking about him and wished he had come. Frank was a kind person that you could feel comfortable around and I will truly miss him. God bless the family as they will also miss him dearly.

Mike Seevers

March 6, 2010

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Ed Schoettle NRA TC

March 6, 2010

A true friend and confidant. He was able to walk amongst giants and never looked down upon anyone. Mentor, practitioner, and a great individual that will be sorely missed. He will now walk with God to watch over us all. Condolences and deepest sympathies to the family.

Mike Gordinier

March 6, 2010

Frank was a great man that dedicated a large part of his life to the preservation of our civil liberties, especially those protected by the Second Amendment. I had the honor of working with him and will miss him greatly.

Suzi Eichenberger Ruth

March 6, 2010

Scott, I went to high school with you and worked with your Dad at Gundaker. Your Dad was a wonderful man and I'm so sorry for your loss. Your family will be in my prayers.

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