Charlene Louise Mercado
June 19, 1940 - May 14, 2020
Charlene Louise Mercado (nee MacElroy) went home to be with the Lord on May 14, 2020, at the age of 79. Loving wife of Juan Mercado (Big John) , who predeceased her in 2005. Sister of Virginia Ishizaki (David), and the late Suzanne Perrin. Beloved mother of five children - Santos Tony Perez (Jacqueline), Michael Perez, Elena Crisanti (Paul), Michele "Toni" Lewis (Jerry), and John Mercado (Yvonne), Grandmother of 19 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. She was a strong woman who had a big heart and an unrelenting drive to help others, with a dedicated Social Work career at DYFS for over 25 years. She loved going to the shore and camping, and was a voracious reader, especially fond of Nora Roberts novels. She was a Christian who attended church regularly. Charlene is now in heaven and watching over us. We love you, Mom. You are already missed. Memorial service will be held Sunday, November 21, 2021, at 1:30 PM at Gloucester County Community Church, 359 Chapel Heights Road, Sewell, NJ 08080. Burial will be held privately. Condolences may be shared at www.earlefuneralhome.com
Charlene Louise Mercado (nee MacElroy) went home to be with the Lord on May 14, 2020, at the age of 79. Loving wife of Juan Mercado (Big John) , who predeceased her in 2005. Sister of Virginia Ishizaki (David), and the late Suzanne Perrin. Beloved... View Obituary & Service Information