MERCER, Peter Boyd OAM
Dearly beloved husband of Anne. Devoted father of Jane Elizabeth, Andrew (dec), Fiona, Campbell, Scott (dec) and Catherine. Respected father-in-law of Andrew, Jim, Julie, and Bernie. Dearest Grumps of Nick, Chas, Katie, Madeline, Nathan, Hamish, Claire, and Alex. Great Grumps of Annabel, Lachlan, Archie, Clementine, and Edward.
CRUX CHRISTI NOSTRA CORONA
Funeral notice
Wednesday April 05, 2023
The Funeral of Mr. Peter Boyd Mercer OAM will be held at Ss. John’s Anglican Church, cnr Hesse and Pollack Streets, Colac on Wednesday, April 5, 2023 commencing at 1.30 p.m.
In accordance with family wishes Peter will be Privately cremated.
Tributes
Leave a tributeDear Anne,I was so sorry to hear that Peter had passed away.He was so knowledgeable and helpful when we first moved to Birregurra,and were in the process of setting up the pharmacy.We were so grateful and thankful to him for his help,input and support.My love and thoughts to you and your family.Louise x
April 12, 2023 6:37 pm
Sincere condolences to the entire Mercer family with love from Mary Lorraine Hancock-Lowe, daughter of Max and Olive Hancock.
April 10, 2023 1:49 pm
I was so sorry to hear of Peter’s recent passing.
He was such a lovely man and will be so missed by everyone whom had the honour of knowing him..
My deepest condolences are extended to Anne and extended family members.
Goodbye my lovely friend, I will miss your chats on the street, but have many memories of our coming together in a community capacity with the Ian Parker Bipolar Research Fund and the exciting moment of us featured in the Colac Herald for the opening of the Lake Colac Tea Rooms first Art Exhibition featuring my Artworks.
You always displayed such a friendly, happy presence of Community warmth and I will always consider it an honour to have served the Colac Otway Community in your presence as a Community Volunteer.
RIP dear Peter.
Sending my love, hugs and comforting prayers to Anne and all of Peter’s family during this difficult time.
Carol Smit xoxo ♥️🥀♥️🥀♥️ xoxo
ElliminytApril 06, 2023 2:31 pm
Our deepest of sympathies to Anne and family on the passing of Peter . A gentleman I have always respected and looked up to and has given so much time , guidance and reform to our local community , rest in peace Pete , Gary and Jenny Lyness .
April 05, 2023 9:30 am
On behalf of our family our deepest sympathy is extended to Anne and the Mercer family on the passing of Peter a true gentleman, a great neighbour, community member, mentor and friend.
Michael and Louise DelahuntyApril 04, 2023 9:14 pm
Deepest sympathy Jane and family, what a wonderful person your father was, truly someone to look up to and learn from. RIP love Di & Max Taylor
April 02, 2023 2:47 pm
Deepest sympathy to Anne and family. A true gentleman. I remember when we first to Birregurra Peter came to welcome us for the Shire. Brian was so impressed and continued to be a supporter. Again our sympathy. Vicki Jeffrey
April 02, 2023 8:37 am
Anne dear, deepest sympathy to you and your family I know he will be missed very much A good man Love and blessings Eleanor 🙏
April 01, 2023 1:09 pm
Deepest sympathy to Jane and family on the passing of your father. Judy McCorkell
April 01, 2023 10:19 am
Anne and family. Thinking of you all at this sad time. Remembering Peter as a loyal member of Colac Hockey Club and a great friend.Valerie.
March 31, 2023 3:52 pm
To Anne and family, Peter was a very good science and agricultural science teacher at the Colac Technical School and was much respected. He always treated people evenly. Just recently I met and spoke with Peter in the street in Colac and was still just as approachable as ever.
Deepest sympathy.
Bob PrinceMarch 31, 2023 9:26 am
Dear Anne & Extended Family. My thoughts are with you all at this time. Peter was a friend to many. You all will have lots of memories of time spent together either at the Farm or recently in Colac. Love Terri.
March 31, 2023 8:54 am
I mourn the sad passing of a man I have had the honour of his friendship for almost 70 years. His contribution to his community was outstanding.as was his dedication to his family. Our thoughts are with Anne and Family at this sad time. "Per ardua ad astra'
Rod & PaulineMarch 30, 2023 11:42 pm
Peter was a lovely man who taught us to play basketball at Elliminyt primary school about 1960. Deepest sympathy and love to Anne and all family and friends. A brilliant man who worked tirelessly. Rest peacefully ❤ Rosie Egan-Philipson (O'Dowd)
March 30, 2023 9:03 pm
My mentor at rest, sleep peacefully Peter, your work is done.
A man who genuinely cared for the people he represented.
Famous for the quote, " How do I know what I think till I've heard what I said"?
Deepest sympathy to Anne and the family,
RIP
Warren & Sue Riches.March 30, 2023 8:43 pm
Our love to you Anne and family - Peter was a community minded spirit in every way and an absolute gentleman. His (and your) support for local business and his encouragement was always appreciated by Yeowarra Hill and the Thomas family
March 30, 2023 8:28 pm
Very saddened to hear of Peter’s passing.
Mr Mercer taught me at secondary school.
Then he taught me at trade school for 3 years.
I then had the privilege of learning from and serving with Cr Mercer for the last 4 years of his extensive time as a Councillor.
A great servant of our community who tirelessly worked on behalf of our community.
Our sympathy to Anne and family.
Chris & Maree SmithMarch 30, 2023 8:23 pm
Deepest sympathy to Anne and family 💖
March 30, 2023 7:53 pm