Eleanor K. (Stevens)

Eleanor K. Mercier, 96, of Bristol, passed away peacefully on September 24th, surrounded by her loving family. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Andrew Mercier, and bothers William Stevens Jr., Richard Stevens, and William Steele. She is survived by her children, Linda (Allen) Clavette, Mary (John) Vavra and Andrea (David) Chapman; grandchildren, Jill (Daniel) Colavolpe, Katie Carpentier, David (Pamela) Chapman, and Alijah Chapman; great-grandchildren, Cierra Colavolpe, Mar O'Donnell, Jack Colavolpe, Abbey Carpentier, Elena Mendez, Logan Chapman and Jaxin Staton and her brothers; Scott (Sandy) Steele, John Steele, Mark (Terri) Steele, and Matthew (Raven) Stevens. She will be remembered as a talented local businesswoman and florist, owner and operator of The Basket Place in Bristol, for over 50 years. Most importantly, she was the unwavering strength and heart of our family, a true matriarch whose love, loyalty, and devotion shaped generations. Her example taught us all the immeasurable value of family and the enduring power of devotion. A celebration of life will be held on Tuesday, September 30th 11am-1pm, at DuPont Funeral Home, 25 Bellevue Ave., Bristol.