Michael Mercer

Michael R. Mercer passed away Feb. 23, 2006, at his home in Yakima, Wash., of heart failure.

He was born Oct. 22, 1946, in Whitefish. Mike graduated from Sentinel High School in 1964 and the University of Montana in 1971. While at UM, he was a member of the Sigma Chi fraternity and was on the track team, lettering in the triple jump. He received his master's degree in secondary education in Washington.

Mike will be remembered for his compassion, his sense of caring and his unconditional love for his family.

Mike is survived by his wife Carole, of Yakima; daughter Ashley Reed and husband Jeff, of Gunnison, Colo.; parents Billie and Gem Mercer, of Polson; brothers Jack, John and wife Tina, David and wife Jessica, of Polson, and Toby ,of Kalispell; sisters, Gem Renee Mercer, of Challis, Idaho, and Shan Toussaint and husband Dennis, of Florence; and several nieces and nephews. He also leaves his three beloved Chihuahuas and constant companions, Pepe, Lola and Bonita.

At Michael's request there will be no services. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.groganfuneralhome.com