The Life of William Raymond Mercer
William R. Mercer, 85, long time Delaware County resident died January 17th 2021. Raised in Colwyn, he attended Sharon Hill High School and received his BA in Psychology from Covenant College, his BD in Theology from the Reformed Episcopal Seminary and a Master's degree in psychology from West Chester University. He also studied at L’Abri Fellowship in Switzerland. Bill was a licensed therapist and Christian counselor; he maintained a private practice. A member of the American Association of Christian Counselors, a member of the New Life Ministries Credentialed Counselors Network, his concentrated area was in Counseling individuals and families with knowledge in a wide range of personal, family, and marital problems. He was an active member of Proclamation Presbyterian Church in Bryn Mawr and had a love of sacred and classical music. Bill enjoyed sacred concerts, the symphony orchestra, organ and piano recitals, and chamber music. He was active in his church’s Bible study and fellowship groups and made many wonderful, caring friends there. He counseled, trained, and equipped others towards happy, healthy, peace-filled lives lived in obedience to Christ and His Word. He enjoyed studies in science, especially chemistry. He loved nature and all of God’s creation. Bill was close to his family, and their spiritual welfare was of major importance to him. Survivors include his brothers, Atlee, Robert, and Ronald Mercer and his sister, Kathryn Rivera. He was predeceased in death by his brother, Harry R Mercer and nephew, Mark R Mercer. A Memorial Service will be 11:00 a.m. Monday at Proclamation Presbyterian Church, Bryn Mawr Ave in Bryn Mawr followed at 1pm by his interment at Arlington Cemetery, Drexel Hill. Contributions to Proclamation Presbyterian Church, preferred Arr. Toppitzer Funeral Home online condolences : www.arlingtoncemetery.us <http://cemetery.us>
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2021.02.04
Kathy Remembers
Among my five brothers, Bill was the oldest and most protective of me, his little sister...and this began long before I was aware of his careful watch over me. You see, our father died the month I turned 5 years old, leaving our young widowed mother with six children. Bill was not only looking out for my physical welfare but most importantly my spiritual welfare as he continued to be with all of his siblings throughout our lives. But his loving care for the spiritual lives of the family continued with nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. He was a good brother, and I was honored to assist him this last year of his life as his memory was failing. He is with Christ Jesus now, and all is well. Until we meet again, your sister, Kathy 2/4/2021