Hilda May Mercer

Hilda May Mercer, 94, of Decatur, formerly of Lovington passed away 9:50 p.m. Thursday, May 24, 2018 in her daughter’s home, Decatur.

Funeral services will be held 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 30, 2018 at McMullin-Young Funeral Home, Lovington. Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 29, 2018 at McMullin-Young Funeral Home, Lovington. Burial will be in Keller Cemetery, Lovington. Memorials may be made to the First Christian Church, Lovington.

Hilda was born May 28, 1923 in Lovington, the daughter of Frank B. and Fon M. (Duvall) Bolsen. She married Don Aschermann, he preceded her in death in 1999. She married Leonard Mercer and he preceded her in death in 1987. Hilda was retired from General Electric and Bonanza Steak House, Decatur. She was a member of the First Christian Church, Lovington. Hilda enjoyed baking, dancing and helping others. She loved social gatherings.

Hilda is survived by her daughter, Karen (Dave) Doty of Decatur; 14 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren and 10 great-great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, 2 daughters, 2 sisters, 3 brothers, step-daughter and step-son.

Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mcmullinyoung.com