Mercy Lovelace, age 47, of Stanchfield died May 2, 2013 at home. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Monday, May 6th at Stanchfield Baptist Church. Visitation will be held from 3:00 – 5:00 P.M. Sunday, May 5th at Strike Funeral Home – Cambridge Chapel and also one hour prior to the service Monday at the church. Interment will be in Stanchfield Baptist Cemetery.
Mercy Sharon Lovelace was born September 20, 1965 in Hastings, Minnesota to Gordon and Sharon (Dockham) Lovelace. She attended school in the Cambridge-Isanti district. Mercy worked for many years at Industries Inc., in Cambridge she also participated in the Special Olympics as well as in many “We Are Able” activities. Mercy enjoyed bowling, softball, and crafts. She also greatly enjoyed her annual trip to Camp Friendship. Special thanks to Grandma Norma for all the cookies over the years.
Mercy will be lovingly remembered by her mother, Sharon (Dennis) Strelow of Stanchfield; sister, Gail Barnes of Isanti; niece, Courtney and nephews, Kyle and Brayden of Isanti; step-brothers, Loren (Cindy) Strelow of St. Louis, Missouri, Mark (Judy) Strelow of St. Paul, and Mike Strelow of Mora; many aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her father, Gordon, and grandparents, Ruth and Rolland Dockham.
I have felt blessed to have worked with Mercy at Industries Inc. If I could describe Mercy at work it would be efficient, productive, committed and very hard working. She will be greatly missed.
Sending love and prayers to Sharon and Dennis From Rana
Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Before retiring I was assistant coordinator for the We’R’ Able program. Mercy came to many classes and events. She especially loved to paint and do the craft projects. I don’t recall if it was We’R’Able bowling or softball but I do recall vividly her signing asking for ice cream! She always had a smile signing “HI” and “see you later”. I am so blessed to have known Mercy. My son, Ryan, who attended many We’R’Able classes with Mercy wants you to know how sadly he feels. We wish to express our sincere sympathy and prayers for God’s abundant love to carry you. Rose Marie and Ryan Otterson
Gail,
I am so sorry to hear about you sister.
My thoughts are with you and your family.
Stephanie (Albertson) Jones
Mercy was dearly loved by so many. She was blessed to be able to live at home till her passing. Thank you Dennis & Sharon for granting her that special blessing. Thank you to Sue, who for many, many years showed guidance and love to Mercy. Thanks to many wonderful consumers at her workplace, Industries, Inc. They really miss her. Many tears were shed on Friday when they learned of her passing. Thank you to the Industries staff who loved Mercy. Thank you to Tina and Crystal who were there to help Mercy in the moment of her passing. Their love went far beyond their job. The world is a better place because Mercy brought out much good in people. May God be with you as you say good-bye.
Sincerely, Pastor Bruce & Lori Thompson
Dear Friends,
Our prayers are with you at this time of loss. We rejoice that Mercy is now with the Lord Jesus!
Beverly