Bette Mercer

Bette Sue Mercer, 93, of Gainesville, Texas, passed away the day before Thanksgiving 2021. Bette was born May 22, 1928 in Ector, Texas to Charles N. Scott and Jewell Shaw Scott. She was raised in and around Bonham, Texas and moved to Sherman where she met her husband of 51 years, H.W. (Woody) Mercer. They married on March 26, 1946 and Bette became an instant mom to Woody’s daughter, Laura. Woody, Laura, and Bette’s parents preceded her in death.

Survivors include their son Ron Mercer, his wife Kay and their children, Mike (JJ), and Michelle (Wendell); son Rick Mercer, his wife Patti and their children, Michael (Kasey) and Natalie (Scott); and daughter Debby Wallace and her husband, Larry and their children, Dusty (Ivajean) and Keri (Ruben). Also surviving are Laura’s children Dave Scribner (Teisha), Steve Scribner (Michelle), and Kenny Scribner (Tanya). Additionally, there are twenty-three great-grandchildren. Also surviving is her brother, Marvin Scott (Delora) of Bells, Texas.

Bette spent most of her career in the food service business, working in restaurants around Gainesville until she became employed in the Gainesville Independent School System until she retired.

Bette was a joy to know, and loved visiting with her many friends. She loved her family and was determined to gift each one equally. Her door was always open and grandchildren loved their Granny’s grilled cheese sandwiches! She had a generous heart and was always finding ways to share her handmade gifts, including embroidered quilts and fried pies. She was a huge part of many lives and will be greatly missed!

Bette was a member of Whaley United Methodist Church and always appreciated their visits and prayers.

A memorial service for Mrs. Mercer will begin at 2:00 P.M. on Friday, December 10, 2021, at Geo. J. Carroll & Son Funeral Home with Rev. Roslyn Eugster officiating.  The family will receive friends following the service.

In lieu of flowers, Bette’s family would appreciate any memorial contributions be designated to Meals on Wheels of North Texas based in Denison.