It is with deep emotion that we announce the peaceful passing of Catherine Anne Mercer at the age of 80 after a long brave battle with Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD).
She is survived by her beloved husband John Karl Mercer; her children Thomas Helmlinger, Jennifer Woods (spouse Carol Blaauwbroek), and Ann Elizabeth Racine; her grandchildren Micah Woods and Dawson Racine; her brothers George Blatchford and Richard Blatchford; her beloved dog Bella Rose, and many other treasured family and friends.
Born in Trenton, New Jersey, USA, Catherine followed John Karl to Canada and was a proud military wife. While working and raising her cherished three children, she loved camping, cooking, crafts and being a lifelong learner. She is known for her kindness, generosity, joyful spirit and unconditional love and support. She was a conqueror and a warrior of love.
Friends and family are invited to join us at Beechwood Funeral, Cemetery and Cremation Services, 280 Beechwood Avenue, Ottawa, on Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at 1 p.m. for a Celebration of Life, followed by a reception. Catherine wished that this be a joyous occasion, and asked that we wear something that makes us happy. Donations in lieu of gifts may be made to the PKD Foundation of Canada.
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Fred & Pat Davis
Richard Courtemanche
Condolences, Karl and families. She's now in peace.
Vicky and Ken Green
Cathy, your strength, humour and loyalty will be on of many things I will always love about you. Jersey Strong!
Sending love to you all❤️
IRENE AND CARL DELANEY AND FAMILY
A LIFE LONG FRIEND WILL BE MISSED, RIP CATHERINE
M. R. (Mel) Pittman
My deepest condolences to you and the Family Karl in the passing of your dear wife. Cherish the memories old friend. May she rest in peace!
ANDRE BOUFFARD
Karl & Family, Sorry to hear about this sad news.
Andy
Richard Carbonneau
My condolences old friend
Ken & Isabelle Wilkie
Karl & family, we are so sorry to hear of the passing of Catherine. Our sincere condolences.
Ernie Robichaud
My condolences to you Karl and family Bev Ernie
David Cavlovic
Sandy and I are so sad for your loss. Catherine was a great neighbor, as you are, Karl. Sincere condolences.
Really sorry for your loss, Karl. Thankfully you have family to help you through it. Take care of yourself and pass our condolences to the rest of your family.