David “Ken” Mercer
David “Ken” Mercer entered his eternal glory on Nov 6, 2026 with his loving family by his side.
Born April 13,1944 in Hanover Twp. Washington County to the late E. Wayne and Sara Thomas Mercer. He grew up on a dairy farm where hard work and dedication was a way of life. When he went to high school people asked him if he lifted weights. No, he only carried a 10-gallon milk can in each hand from the barn to spring house, to the road for the milkman to pick up.
He grew up in a loving family with two older brothers, the late James Wendell (Maxine), Hanover Twp., PA, and Ronald (Ethel), Troutman, NC. Ken was followed by a much-anticipated baby sister, Mary McMillan (Robert), Frankfort Springs, PA.
A graduate of Weir High, Class of ’62 and West Liberty College, Class of 66. He received his Masters in mathematics from WVU. Ken dedicated his life as a math teacher for 40 years. He served Oak Glen as well as Moon Area students and enjoyed it so! He was a faithful member of Hanover EPC Church, Clinton, PA.
Ken had many hobbies- collecting antiques, home remodeling, wood crafting, and chasing sunsets at camp. He loved his camp “family.”
He loved spending time with family, especially being G-Pops to his grandchildren and going on family vacations together as well as hosting many extended family dinners.
He married and is survived by the love of his life Sherry in 1980. He was also blessed and is survived by two loving sons and daughters-in-law Justin and Kristina, Emmaus, Pa; and J. Tyler and Julia, Upper St Clair, PA; and four wonderful grandchildren Kara (11), Micah (11), Brent (9), and Kenzie (8).
He is survived by 12 nieces and nephews, Bonnie (John), Sara (Harry), David, Jaynie (Bill), Cliff, Debbie (Ethan) and Mary Ellen (Andy); and many great-nieces and nephews whom he loved dearly; and special “family” friends John and Cheryl Robertson and Jeff and Shelley Buchanon.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Wendell, brother-in -law Robert McMillan, and nephew Phillip Mercer.
There are so many wonderful and fun memories of Ken each one will keep in their hearts. A greeting “What’s happening?” stayed forever on his lips…even with the Hospice nurses and aides. He was a kind and giving man who loved his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, with all his heart and soul and shared that love and faith deeply with his family and friends. He raised his sons to be faithful men of God. We are forever grateful to the Lord for giving him to us to share our lives with.
The family would like to give a special thanks to AHN Hospice, all the family and friends who visited, special neighbors and friends, Kay and Ken Kehm, and a special heartfelt thanks to his sister Mary, and to Mary Ellen, Andy, Trevor, and Aidan Roach who were invaluable in his care.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Hanover EPC Church, Clinton, PA.
Friends and family will be received on Saturday, November 28 at 11:00 AM at Hanover Church, 2462 RT 18, Clinton, PA 15026 with a celebration of life immediately following at 12:00 PM with Reverend Jefferson Ellis officiating.
Interment will be private at Grandview Cemetery, Florence, Pa.
Arrangements trusted to McConnell Funeral Home, Hookstown, PA 15050.
