Paul J. Mercier

RUTLAND – Paul J. Mercier, 78, of Rutland, died Friday, March 24, 2023 at UMass Memorial – University Campus after an illness.

He leaves a daughter, Valerie Labillois of Spencer and a son, Randy Mercier of Worcester; a brother Bruce Mercier of Rutland; five grandchildren, Scott Sandman, Steven Beauregard, Brittany Beauregard, Lauren Beauregard, and Kevin Walls; 12 great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.  He also leaves his girlfriend of 25 years, Tammy Garvey of Rutland.  Paul was predeceased by a daughter, Paula Mercier in 2017 and his brother Eddie Mercier.  He was born in Worcester, son of Francis E. and Phyllis A. (Nadeau) Mercier.  He graduated from Wachusett High School in Holden.

Paul worked for the U.S. Post Office.   He enjoyed horse racing,

Funeral services will be private and in the care of Rice Funeral Home, 300 Park Ave, Worcester.