Joan Mercer, 79, of Pennsboro, WV died Monday, August 27, 2012 at her residence.
She was born November 1, 1932 at Hundred, a daughter of the late Paul Cooke and Marjorie Hennen Cooke.
Mrs. Mercer formerly worked as a seamstress in a clothing factory. She was a methodist by faith.
Joan was a graduate of Clay-Battelle High School.
Surviving are two her children, James Mercer and Janet Haines. She is also survived by eight grandchildren, Frankie Hill, Melanie Ellis, Daniela Gutfuiseh, Susie Madures, Jason Mercer, Samantha Haines, Monica Solomon, and Mario Wittreich; and six great-grandchildren.
Preceding her in death in addition to her parents was her husband of 59 years, Asa W. Mercer, Jr, who died on July 22, 2012, a daughter, Waneta Joy Hill, and a great-grandchild.
Friends may call at the Tennant Funeral Home in Hundred from 6-8 PM Thursday. Funeral services will be held in the funeral home at 1:00 PM Friday with Pastor Kerry May officiating. Interment will follow at the Oak Forest Cemetery near Hundred.