Peter Mercier

Peter "Pete" Mercier, 72, passed away Monday, December 14, 2015 in Abilene. No services are scheduled at this time.

Pete was born August 15, 1943 in Burlington, Vermont to Joseph Arthur Mercier and Hazel Ann LeClair. He served in the United States Air Force over 20 years, earning the Air Force Commendation Medal, Good Conduct Medal, Long Tour and Longevity Service Award Ribbons. He served as an air transportation supervisor at Dyess Air Force Base at the time of his retirement on July 31, 1984. He married Imogene McLain on March 10, 1984 in Abilene, Texas. Pete worked for Lockheed for 12 years. He enjoyed doing handyman work and mowing for widows.

He is survived by his wife, Imogene; a son, Peter Jay Mercier of Kermit; two grandchildren, Sabrina Mercier and Christian Mercier of Kermit; a brother, John Mercier, and three sisters, Carol Coda, Nancy Duquete and Mary Byrd. He was preceded in death by his parents and four siblings.

Memories and condolences may be shared with the family through the obituary link at www.elmwoodfuneral.com.