The world lost a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and sister, Roberta Madge Mercer, on July 4, 2023. Roberta passed peacefully away at home surrounded by her loving husband, Philip, and children, Scott (Amber) and JoAnn (Mark).
Roberta was born on June 4, 1945, to parents Robert and Madge Horwood, in Bonavista. Raised in Clarenville, she attended Horwood High and then went on to graduate from the General Hospital School of Nursing, Class of 1966, after which she worked at the Cottage Hospital in Come-by-Chance.
Philip and Roberta were married in 1968 in Clarenville, when their beautiful love story began. They were partners in every sense of the word. Roberta became a stay-at-home mom when their children were born, but was also actively involved in working at their family business, Mercer’s Marine. Alongside her husband, they grew the business together. They shared a very full and happy life raising their children, working side-by-side, and travelling the world.
Roberta had an unconditional love for animals and was a huge supporter of the local SPCA and Feral Felines. She was known for years informally as “the town vet,” as she helped nurse many creatures back to health.
Predeceased by her parents Robert and Madge Horwood, parents-in-law Ralph and Ruby Mercer, and nephew Peter Horwood. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories are husband Philip; son Scott (Amber) and daughter JoAnn (Mark); brother Hughie (Madonna); nephew Rob (Heather); grandchildren Nick, Kylie, Jaylen and Jolene; step-grandchildren Lydia, Noah, and Samantha; as well as close family and friends.
As per Roberta’s wishes, in her memory and in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the SPCA or Feral Felines.
A very special thank you to Roberta’s family physician, Dr. Gordon Stockwell, who went above and beyond during her final days. Your kindness will never be forgotten. As well, the family would like to thank Dr. McCarthy and Dr. Dawson for their care during Roberta’s illness.
The family would like to thank you for respecting their privacy at this time.
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Eric Suley says
July 5, 2023 at 2:33 pmOne of the sweetest, sincere and loving people I have ever met! Philip and family, Clarenville and all of us who knew and loved Roberta will mourn with you. That beautiful smile will always be remembered.
Lyle Adams Diane says
July 5, 2023 at 3:05 pmPhilip we do know what words to say at this time.
See you later
Timothy and Gloria Greening says
July 5, 2023 at 8:09 pmRoberta was a very beautiful lady known by my husband, Timothy. Sorry for your loss.
Bob (Bernice) Nick and Jonathan Chafe and our Family says
July 5, 2023 at 9:45 pmTo Mr. Mercer (Philip), Scott, Jo-Ann and Families.
Please accept our sincerest of condolences on Mrs. Mercer’s (Roberta’s) passing.
I had the pleasure of first meeting Roberta many years ago when travelling between St. John’s and Gander and dropping down to the Store to pick up Wester Wool for my Mom and Aunt. She was always so kind and gentle from that day to the end.
I/we pray that the love of your Family and Friends and the many fond memories help you all through this most difficult of times.
Gord and Faye says
July 7, 2023 at 1:07 pmPhilip and family. Our condolonces on the loss of a beautiful person. Such a lovely, caring lady with an infectious smile. She will truly be missed by her family and friends and by all of Clarenville. Take care.
Margaret Hamlyn says
July 5, 2023 at 3:28 pmPhillip and family,
Was shocked and deeply saddened to hear of Roberta’s passing.My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
May gods love and light surround you all at this very difficult time.
In Christian Love,
Margaret Hamlyn (Corner Brook)
Joyce ( Lethbridge ) Moore says
July 5, 2023 at 9:26 pmPhilip and family. Sincere condolences on the passing of Roberta
Bob Rossiter says
July 5, 2023 at 3:50 pmPhilip, Scott, Joann and all the family please accept my deepest condolences on the passing of Roberta.
Judy fitzpatrick says
July 5, 2023 at 3:57 pmMost sincere sympathy to you all. We recall many happy memories and will cherish them. Her kindness and hospitality was limitless. Please know we are sharing in your loss. Condolences to you all. Don and Judy Fitzpatrick
Ivan Glenda Penney says
July 5, 2023 at 4:21 pmTo the Mercer Family.. Sorry to hear of Roberta’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Ivan and Glenda
Edgar and Nina King says
July 5, 2023 at 4:39 pmHeartbroken to hear of Roberta’s passing away!
Heaven gained another precious Angel!
Sincere condolences to Philip, Scott, Jo Ann and their families and friends!
June Mills says
July 5, 2023 at 5:13 pmPhilip, Scott, JoAnn and families, so sorry to hear the sad news. Keep your memories close…June(Mills) and Paul
Herb &. Lorraine Goldsworthy says
July 5, 2023 at 5:18 pmPhillip &. Family;
We are deeply saddened to hear of Roberta’s passing.
Our thoughts are with you at this time.
Nicholas Moody says
July 5, 2023 at 5:26 pmSo saddened to hear of her passing. My thoughts are with you all during your time of loss. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Lorraine Thistle says
July 7, 2023 at 4:09 pmDear Philip, Scott and Joanne and families , please accept our deepest condolences on Roberta’s passing ! Shocked and sadden . As you know I met Roberta (Bobbi) in 1963 as we entered nursing together and became good friends!! She was always so gentle , soft spoken and always had that infectious smile !! Because of her friendship and my visits to Clarenville I met Carson there!! May God bless you all and hold her memories close !! Carson and Lorraine Thistle
Alwin Rideout says
July 5, 2023 at 5:28 pmYour in my thoughts and prayers.
Praying the Lord will tenderly guide, strengthen & bless you with all the things He know you need.
Always remember there will be no sorrow in Gods tomorrow.
Love & Prayers are with you all.
Alwin Rideout,
Jenny Norman says
July 5, 2023 at 5:39 pmPhilip ,So sorry to hear of Roberta’s passing..My condolences to you and your family.
Roy and Debbie (Pack) Greening says
July 5, 2023 at 6:24 pmTo Philip and Family. We were saddened to learn of Roberta’s passing. Any time we were in her company, she always, always flashed that beautiful smile. Treasure your memories and know others are thinking about all of you.
Sherry Pike says
July 5, 2023 at 6:43 pmSending our deepest condolences to Philip, Scott, JoAnn and family. Thinking of you all at this very difficult time. Bruce and Sherry Pike and Jane Wiseman.
Dorothy Baker says
July 5, 2023 at 6:54 pmMy sincere condolences to Philip and family, Roberta was an amazing lady, God must if needed another angel, you will be in my thoughts at this very difficult time.
Una King Johnson says
July 5, 2023 at 7:44 pmPhilip, Scott, JoAnn and families,
So sad to hear to Roberta’s passing. Sending my sincere condolences to you all during this most difficult time. She was such a sweet Lady , I’m remembering when I first met her in the early’70’s at what was then Mercer’s marine . Cherish your wonderful memories.
Sincerely,
Una King Johnson
Gloria Pinsent says
July 5, 2023 at 7:53 pmSo sorry to hear of Roberta’s passing. Sincere condolences to Philip, Scott, Jo Ann and all the family.
Glenn F. Ploughman says
July 5, 2023 at 8:04 pmOur most sincere condolences to the entire Mercer family. The love of this beautiful life-partnership has been demonstrated throughout the decades Phil and Roberta were together. The growth of their phenomenal business and family demonstrates the faith they had in each other throughout their lives together. Roberta will be sorely missed by all who knew her. Sent by Charlotte Pippy and Glenn Ploughman
Sue Murley (Ryan) says
July 5, 2023 at 8:08 pmPhilip, Scott and Jo Ann, I am so very sorry to hear of Roberta’s passing. What a wonderful lady, great neighbour and yes, a wonderful “vet”. I remember more than once running next door to have her come and check on one of our cats and she did every time without hesitating. I hope that all of your special memories bring you some comfort at this time.
Patricia and Graham Stanley says
July 5, 2023 at 8:39 pmPhilip and family, sending our deepest condolences on the passing of Roberta. Mom, (Myra Goodyear) also sends her condolences .
Ed LeGrow says
July 5, 2023 at 8:42 pmPhilip, Scott, Joann and families.
I’m very sorry to hear of Roberta’s passing. She was a very kind and caring woman. I’m very sure that everyone whom had the pleasure of meeting her would say the same.
RIP Roberta.
Ed & Debbie LeGrow
Bob Byrnes says
July 5, 2023 at 8:57 pmSo sorry to hear this sad news. Roberta will certainly be missed. Our sincerest condolences Phillip, Scott and JoAnn and family. Bob and Heather Byrnes
IVAR AND ROWENA BALSOM says
July 5, 2023 at 8:59 pmPhilip, Scott, Joanne and families. please accept our condolences on the passing of such a wonderful lady. Her smile was the first thing you would see upon meeting her. She will never be forgotten..
Ivar and Rowena
Chester Stone says
July 5, 2023 at 9:03 pmPhilip and family,
Our deepest and most heartfelt condolences to you. We are so very sorry and saddened to hear of Roberta’s passing. Cling to your memories and know we hold you all in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. Sincerely, Chester and Helen Stone.
Patsy Stratton says
July 5, 2023 at 9:07 pmPhilip, Scott, JoAnn and families so very sorry to learn of Roberta’s passing. Thinking of you all at this very difficult time. Please accept our sincere condolences.
Len & Patsy (Stratton)
Boyd & Marilyn Jones says
July 5, 2023 at 9:17 pmSo shocked to hear of Roberta’s passing. We send our deepest Sympathy to Phillip, Scott and Joanne. and all the extended family. May God Bless you all. She was one of my High School classmates. She sure was an enjoyable person. RIP Roberta.
Peggy Goldsworthy says
July 5, 2023 at 9:42 pmPhilip and family,
So very sad to hear of Roberta’s passing. Please accept my sincere condolences.
Tina Randell Bowring says
July 5, 2023 at 9:57 pmPhilip, Scott, Joanne and family. I was fortunate to know Roberta. One of the kindest souls I ever knew. May you find comfort in your memories in the knowledge that She is at peace.
Doris Taverner says
July 5, 2023 at 10:10 pmPhilip and family, so sorry to hear of Roberta’s passing. Keep all your memories close to your heart. May she rest in peace.
Darren & Darleen Greening says
July 5, 2023 at 10:11 pmPhilip, Scott, Joann and family, our deepest sympathy for you loss. Thinking of you all during this difficult time.
Darren & Darleen Greening
Alwin Rideout, Rideout’s Waterduck, Robert’s Arm says
July 5, 2023 at 10:14 pmPhillip, Scott, Joann and family,
I am deeply saddened to hear of Roberta’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jeff Bursey says
July 5, 2023 at 10:15 pmDeepest condolences to all of the family. She was a great lady and will be remembered fondly. Take care
Ron and Janice Walsh says
July 5, 2023 at 10:16 pmScott, entire Mercer family, staff and friends
We are very sorry to hear of Mrs Mercer’s passing. Thinking of you all at this difficult time.
Carl Bishop says
July 5, 2023 at 10:37 pmPhilip, Scott and Joann, our sincere condolences are with you and all your family at this time.
Carl and Kristine Bishop.
Stephen drodge says
July 5, 2023 at 10:40 pmTo the mercer family. My deepest condolences at this very very difficult time. RIP Roberta 🙏
Dianne and Wayne Duffett says
July 5, 2023 at 10:51 pmSo very sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful lady indeed.
Ewart & Dianne Locke. says
July 5, 2023 at 10:54 pmTo Phillip & Family,
So sorry to hear of Roberta’s passing. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you all at this difficult time. May she Rest in Peace and Perpetual Light.
Sincerely,
Ewart & Dianne Locke (St. John’s).
Geraldine Pomroy says
July 5, 2023 at 11:31 pmSincere condolences to the Mercer family. May all your happy memories help you in the sad days ahead. Geraldine and Austin Pomroy
D. Bowen says
July 6, 2023 at 12:08 amCondolences to the family on the loss of your loved one. For a short time many yrs ago I worked with Roberta in Come By Chance hospital. I remember her as a bubbly, positive person, but also very caring and dedicated in her nursing profession. May you feel blessed by your memories of her.
Brenda and Darrell stringer says
July 6, 2023 at 7:07 amHeartfelt condolences to phyllip and the mercers family at this sad time , God took another angel home .Rest in peace my precious friend 😇
valerie holloway says
July 6, 2023 at 8:56 amliving next door to mercers store all my life i feel like i grew up with the mercer family. my late husband had the opportunity to work for mercer’s and was a very enjoyable experience, i am so sorry Philip and family for your lost. Roberta was a beautiful lady inside and out. very caring and always their to help people and animals. clarenville and area will miss her very much. hugs to you all
Jim & Michelle Hughes says
July 6, 2023 at 9:49 amPhilip and family, so very sorry to learn of Roberta’s passing. Our deepest condolences to you all.
Judith Malvern (O’Gay) says
July 6, 2023 at 10:12 amMy deepest condolences to Mr. Mercer, Scott, Jo Ann and family. It was wonderful having you as our neighbours and there are so many fond memories of Mrs. Mercer nursing us and our pets. Her caring, kindness and smile will always be remembered. She was a beautiful lady. I hope your wonderful memories bring you comfort at this sad time. Rest in peace Mrs. Mercer
Marlene&Owen Blundon says
July 6, 2023 at 10:23 amPhillip,Scott , Joann and family. So sad to hear of Roberta’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you
Grace & Harold Noel says
July 6, 2023 at 12:13 pmPhilip & Family ~ So sorry to hear about Roberta’s passing. She was always so welcoming & her smile was contagious. Our sincerest condolences to all; cherish the wonderful memories. Hugs ~ Grace & Harold Noel 🌹
Rod Nicholl says
July 6, 2023 at 11:14 amTo Phillip and the Mercer family Rod and I send our sincere condolences during this difficult and sad time. Hold on to your precious memories. Joan
Jim and Ruth Hart says
July 6, 2023 at 11:29 amWe are so sad to hear of Roberta’s passing. I have nothing but the fondest memories Roberta and her strong presence. Phil I can t imaging the depth of your grief . … Our thoughts are with you and your family Scott an Joann in this very difficult time.
Walter & June Butler says
July 6, 2023 at 11:43 amPhilip & the Mercer Family,
Our sincere condolences on the death of your beloved wife, mother and Grandmother, Roberta. Be assured of our kind thoughts and prayers and May your treasured memories bring you a source of comfort and peace in the days ahead. May she Rest in Peace.
Barbara Barbour says
July 6, 2023 at 12:37 pmTo the Mercer Family,
Sending my deepest condolences to all the family on the passing of Roberta..I remember the family and the store during the years our family spent in Clarenville.
So sorry for your loss..
Dave and Vi Parsons says
July 6, 2023 at 8:17 pmPhillip,Scott,Joanne andFamilies our sincere condolences on the passing of your loved one. Roberta will never be forgotten. Our kind thoughts and memories of Roberta we hold dear in our hearts. Your memories of of her can’t be taken or erased, such a beautiful person will never be forgotten. God Bless you all and may she Rest In Peace
Jennifer Godfrey says
July 6, 2023 at 1:04 pmPhilip,
Roberta was a wonderful friend to Yvonne. My sincere condolences to you and your family.
Robert and Fannie Oldford says
July 6, 2023 at 1:49 pmPhilipp, Scott, JoAnn and families
We are so very sorry to hear of your great loss,. May the cherished memories of the past bring you peace and comfort . Please be assured that you are all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Sincere
condolences.
Natalie and Dan Moody says
July 6, 2023 at 3:40 pmMr. Mercer, Scott, JoAnn and families. Mrs. Mercer was a beautiful person. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Sandra and Roy Fisher says
July 6, 2023 at 3:41 pmPhillip, Scott, Jo Ann and families, we were saddened to hear of Roberta’s passing. Sincere condolences to all of you at this difficult. Roberta, was such a kind and caring person, always with a beautiful smile. She will certainly be missed. Love to all of you.
Don and Pauline Spurrell says
July 6, 2023 at 3:42 pmPhilip, Scott and JoAnn, our thoughts and our deepest sympathies are with you and your family today in this time of great sorrow. We hope that your love and memories of this wonderful lady hold you steadfast through the rough days ahead and, when that is not enough, remember that your friends are here to hold you up when you cannot stand on your own.
June Mills says
July 6, 2023 at 3:57 pmSo sorry for your loss. Roberta was a beautiful person with a wonderful heart. She touched so many people. She will be missed.. My condolences to all the family.
Peggy Pye says
July 6, 2023 at 9:12 pmPhillip and family,
I wish to send my deepest condolences and sympathy.. . Roberta was such a beautiful and caring person. . May all that you shared as a family bring you peace in your time of sadness.
Peggy
Bob Baker says
July 6, 2023 at 9:25 pmPhilip and family
So sorry to hear about the passing of Roberta. We want to pass on our condolences to you and let you know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bob and Gertie Baker
Ross & Sandra Wiseman says
July 6, 2023 at 9:31 pmPhilip and Family, Our sincere condolences on Roberta’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. We trust you will take some comfort in reflecting on the many great memories created in your time together. She was a wonderful lady who will be greatly missed.
Lorna Brown says
July 6, 2023 at 11:32 pmPhillip, Scott,Joann and families, We were saddened to hear of Roberta’s passing. I will always remember a very kind lady with the world’s biggest smile. Cherish your memories. RIP Roberta
Sincere condolences to you all.
From Lorna and Boyd Brown
Dianne and Fred Bursey says
July 7, 2023 at 9:16 amPhillip, Scott, JoAnn and Family,
We were saddened to hear of Roberta,.’s passing. She always had a wonderful smile. May your fond memories be a comfort to you during this difficult time and in the coming days. We are thinking of you and sending our sincere condolences.
Fred and Dianne
Len Singleton and family. says
July 7, 2023 at 12:41 amPhilip and family. Please accept my most sincere and heartfelt condolences on you loss. Roberta was a wonderful lady, one of a kind really. She will certainly be missed.
Ray Tuck says
July 7, 2023 at 9:51 amTo Philip and the Family.
Jean &I are so sorry to hear of Roberta’s passing. Our memories of the families go back to when you were both high school students. We have not been able to meet as much we would have liked but we have closely followed your family successes. Please cherish and share your fond memories as you move through this difficult period on the road of life. Our deepest sympathies.
Ray & Jean Tuck.
Annie (Webber) Harris says
July 7, 2023 at 10:32 amPlease accept sincere condolences on your loss. Your memories will carry you through at this time and in the future.
Margie & Bond says
July 7, 2023 at 1:17 pmPhilip,Scott,Joanne & family.Bond & I are very sorry for your loss.Roberta was beautiful inside & out.Her Love for her family & all the precious memories will keep her in your hearts forever..RIP Roberta
Madonna & Gary says
July 7, 2023 at 1:19 pmSo sorry to hear of Roberta’s passing, she was a wonderful person. Hopefully her and Lois are up there laughing and reminiscing about old times. Sincere condolences to her family.
Lyse Desforges says
July 7, 2023 at 3:02 pmTo Philip and family, please accept our most sincere sympathy on the passing of Roberta.
Robert Janes & Lyse Desforges
Ern and Kay Warren says
July 7, 2023 at 3:26 pmPhilip and Family. No words can completely console you for the loss you have suffered. I read this poem by Pam Brown, an Australian poet, some years ago. I thought it fitting to remember Roberta by:
“Between the house and the store
are little pockets of happiness.
A bird, a garden, a child’s smile,
a cat in the sunshine needing a stroke.
Recognize them or ignore them.
It is always up to you.”
Such is Roberta. May your memories of her live on forever, and her life be a source of inspiration to us all.
Ern and Kay Warren
Kim and Craig says
July 7, 2023 at 10:41 pmPhilip, Scott, JoAnn and families
Please accept our deepest and most heartfelt condolences for the loss of your wife, mom and grandmother.
Kim Coish and Craig Pelley
Iris Partridge says
July 8, 2023 at 11:10 amTo the Mercer Family, My connection with Roberta goes along way back. My parents were Isabel and Frank Woolfrey of Lewisporte and friends with Roberta’s parents. In recent years. In recent years, I would often meet her at the store and have a visit as I travelled across the island. It was with sadness I read of her passing. I remember as a teenager travelling with my parents, to Clarenville and reading the sign at Holiday Inn “Congratulations to Philip and Roberta on their marriage!!” Roberta has certainly left a void in many lives especially to her family and friends. May your cherished memories bring you comfort.
Sheena Binns says
July 8, 2023 at 7:53 pmPhilip, So saddened to hear that Roberta has passed on. Long ago we both worked together at Come by Chance, and I had several chats with her at ‘Mercer’s’, always a place to visit, when home. You had a wonderful
marriage and business partnership, hope all the cherished memories will help console you.
Gina Holloway says
July 9, 2023 at 10:46 amPhillip and family………we are so sorry to hear this very sad news. Roberta had this beautiful smile that lit up the room when she entered. Every time, I returned home and saw her she and you, Phillip gave me the biggest hugs that lasted to the next time I saw you guys. I will miss her beautiful smile this year! Rest in Peace, our beautiful cousin and sending a huge hug to you Phillip, Scott, and Joanne.
Gina And Gerry
Brian O’Gay says
July 10, 2023 at 11:25 amTo Mr. Mercer, Scott, JoAnn and families .My heartfelt sympathy on the loss of your wife and mother. Mr and Mrs Mercer were always so warm, kind, and caring to all of us kids growing up on Random Crescent. They certainly inspired us to grow up to try to be the same and to pay it forward. Grateful for the fond childhood memories in big part thanks to Mrs Mercer! Wishing you comfort and condolences
Brian O’Gay and family
Melvin Pothier says
July 11, 2023 at 7:49 pmPhilip and family. Our heartfelt condolences, sorry for your loss.
Annette and Melvin Pothier
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