David Arthur Mercer

August 7, 1945 – April 30, 2026

David Arthur Mercer, 80, of Bowling Green, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2026, at Signature Health Care. Born on August 7, 1945, in Louisville, Kentucky, David lived a life defined by hard work, generosity, and a deep love for his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Margaret May Mercer and David August Mercer, his sister, Doris Joyce, and his wife, Rena Evonne Belcher Mercer.

David is survived by his daughters: Michelle Mercer Ewing of Bowling Green, Kentucky; Melissa Mercer (Warren Heaton) of Mesa, Arizona; and Marsha Mercer of Oakwood, Virginia. He was a proud “Poppy” to Stan Heaton (Katie), Elliott Ezekiel “Zeke” Ewing, Thadeus Elijah Thornton “Eli” Mercer, Emily Elizabeth “Lizzie” Ewing and Zelda Heaton.

He is also survived by his siblings: Shirley Kamber; Michael Mercer (Sandy); Donald Mercer (Diane); and Kathy King (Mike), all of Louisville, Kentucky, along with many dearly loved nieces and nephews. He shared a special bond with his nephew, Kyle Mercer.

Throughout his life, David held a variety of jobs and developed a remarkable knowledge of home repair, gardening, and collecting. He was always willing to lend a helping hand and spent countless hours assisting his siblings, daughters, nieces, and nephews with home renovation projects. Known for his unique and acquired sense of humor, David loved sharing stories from his life and bringing laughter to those around him.

In the last six years of his life, David made his home with his daughter Michelle, where he became a familiar and comforting presence on the front porch—often alongside the family dog, Taco Bella—keeping a watchful eye on the neighborhood.

David will be remembered for his kindness, his resourcefulness, and the steady, loving presence he brought into the lives of those who knew him. His legacy lives on in the family he cherished and the many lives he touched.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date, in Louisville, KY.