Mercedes (Mercy) Louise Anderson

July 11, 1926 - January 17, 2021

Mercedes (Mercy) Anderson was born Mercedes Louise Casas in St. Augustine, Florida on July 11, 1926. Her parents were Jose M. Casas from Spain and Lillian F. Casas from St. Augustine. Mercedes grew up in St. Augustine, Florida but lived briefly in Ohio during her teenage years. She was married January 6, 1951 to William (Bill) Anderson. They remained married for 38 years until Bill’s death on October 31, 1989. Mercedes worked for the State of Florida in Family Services and retired after 30 years’ service. Because of her very-long life (94 Years) she was retired longer than she worked. Mercedes had three children, Michael, Terry and Tim, and one granddaughter, Ashley. She is survived by her sons Michael and his wife Linda, Terry and his wife Karen and her granddaughter Ashley. Tim died in an off-shore accident November 17, 1981 at the age of 23. Mercy was an active member of Holy Rosary, St. Patrick’s and later Christ the King. She was a regular Adorer and she frequently volunteered. Not only was she loved by her immediate family but also by her many close friends. The family will have a visitation/rosary on Sunday, January 31, 2021 from 6 pm - 7 pm at Corey-Kerlin Funeral Home, 940 Cesery Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32211. The funeral Mass will be held on Monday, February 1, 2021 at 10 am at Christ The King Catholic Church, 742 N. Arlington Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32211 with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery. In lieu of flowers please donate to the American Cancer Society.http://www.cancer.org/