Vera Lea Mercer
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A Celebration of Life for Vera Lea Mercer, 91, Lawrence will be held from 1 – 3 p.m. Saturday, December 30, 2017 at Brandon Woods Town Hall in Lawrence. She passed away Monday, December 11, 2017 at Brandon Woods at Alvamar.
Vera was born September 15, 1926 on a farm North of Strauss, KS.
Vera married L. Wayne Mercer on August 28, 1949 in Hutchinson, KS. He survives of the home.
She was preceded in death by her son, Dennis Wayne Mercer.
She graduated from McCune, KS High School.
Vera was a teacher for two years in a one-room country schoolhouse near her home. She also taught school in McCune for two years, Lenexa, KS for two years and Lorraine, KS for four years. She moved back to McCune to run a service station with her husband.
In 1954, Vera was County Treasurer for two years and served as County Clerk of Labette County until 1966. In that year, she moved to Lawrence, KS and served as City Clerk until she retired in 1989.
Diane. Was sorry to hear of Vera’s passing. I only met her once when Wendy lived there and we had coffee with her & Wayne in their kitchen. Such a sweet lady. Know she is now at peace. Thinking of you and the family at this sad time.
Sincere condolences to Wayne and family.
Uncle Wayne, Diane and Debbie: I am so sad about Aunt Vera’s passing but know she now is at peace. I will always remember her as funny, irreverent, witty, and exceedingly generous and kind. I loved her very much and find peace in the fact that she is with Aunt Dora and Grammie again, hopefully, keeping Papa in line. I look forward to seeing you all on December 30, and sharing stories of Aunt Vera.
Sure am going to miss Grandma’s little smile! It was such a joy to know her! Thoughts and prayers for you Wayne, you were a wonderful husband and caregiver to her! Only the best!
s0,,sorry to hear bout vera she has a smile light up a room
reminded me of my great grandma
she was a happy person never seen her upset
rip vera robyn
I have a lot of great memories of Aunt “V” and the fun side of the family. When she sees Mom and Dad I know they will have a lot to cuss and discuss, (and maybe a beer or two). Everyone take care, we will be thinking of you.
Wayne,
Vera was such a bright beacon of hope at city hall when I was there. I felt together we could face the “guys” and get recognition for the work we both did! I still remember Vera’s smile the first time I asked about her “summer” haircut!! She loved the freedom of it. I am so thankful to have known Vera and to be able to count her as one of my first friends at city hall. Even though we’ve drifted apart over the years since she retired, it takes but a moment to recall fond memories of all the “lucky” Tuesday nights we spent at city commission meetings together. Please know that we are thinking of you and your family at this painful time.