Edward Mercer

Graveside services will be 11:00 A.M., Monday, January 3, 2011 at Dodge Grove Cemetery, Mattoon, IL. Brintlinger and Earl Funeral Home, Decatur, IL, will be assisting the family with the arrangements. Memorials may be made to Lincoln Manor, 2650 N. Monroe, Decatur, IL 62526.Edward was born April 22, 1952 in Mattoon, IL, the son of Marilyn Jean Mercer. He graduated from the University of Illinois with a Bachelors degree in 1974 and a Masters degree in 1976 in Ag Business. Edward worked in the banking industry in Keysport, IL, until his health forced him to retire in 1992. He was a resident of Lincoln Manor since 1999.He is survived by his aunt Pauline Carter and cousin Susan (Steven) Gartner of Litchfield, IL.He was preceded in death by his mother.The family would like to thank the Lincoln Manor staff for all the tender loving care given to Edward. "
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