Carl E. Mercier

Called home to the Lord Tuesday, January 19, 2010, age 89. Beloved husband of Ellen (nee Gifford) for 62 years. Devoted father of Mary (Alex) Hancock, Margaret Mercier, Carljon (Kathy) and Joseph (Mellanie). Loving grandpa of Angela (D'Angelo) Sinclair, Carl, Christopher and Daniel; Andrew, Jennifer and Jonathan. Great-grandpa of Devon Sinclair. Brother of Robert (the late Barbara) and the late Elmer Jr. Also loved by other relatives and friends. Visitation at GESU CATHOLIC CHURCH, 1145 W. Wisconsin Ave., on Saturday, January 23, from 10-11AM. Mass of Christian Burial celebrated at 11AM. Burial to follow at Holy Trinity Cemetery. Carl served on the USS Bordelon in WWII. He enjoyed sailing, had a passion for electrical engineering, and was very active in his parish. Anchors Aweigh!