Mr. Angel L. Mercado Sr.

UTICA - Mr. Angel L. Mercado, Sr., age 57, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, November 27, 2018 in the comfort of his home. Born in Yonkers, NY on May 27, 1961, Angel was the son of the late Samuel, Sr. and Frances Ann (Crespo) Mercado. At one time he was married to the former Juanita Wilson and to this relationship came the blessing of two children, Shamekia and Angel Jr. In 1990, he was introduced to Linda “Michelle” Reed, a day that marked the beginning of a loving relationship that lasted over 25 years and was blessed when they wed in 2012. Although they had a care free lifestyle, they were committed to one another. Michelle passed away on May 26, 2014. Angel was bestowed with an extraordinary work ethic that seems to be a lost art today. He was employed by several local home improvement companies, specializing in roofing and siding. But he truly was a jack-of-all-trades. He was a skilled auto mechanic and operated his own business. Getting greasy in his line of work was one of his greater passions. Angel was animated, full of life, fair, and forever generous of heart. The word ‘no’ was never in his vocabulary. He was a father not only to his own kids, but also to Michelle’s two children. He was a disciplinarian in keeping them all in line, and he loved them and protected them. He knew the Lord and was a believer in his word and works. Fishing was Angel’s thing, especially when he caught big bass in Madison County. He enjoyed taking a drive, just locally or coast to coast if the mood moved him! He loved animals, especially his Belgian Shepherd and Beagle mix, “Brownie” who was his companion. He also collected movies on DVD and music of different genres. Old Milwaukee was his spirit of choice. Angel loved to eat, and he could make a delicious dish of rice and beans. He had a palate for blood sausage, a delicacy that his sister often brought from Puerto Rico. He had a preference for “see food” because whatever he saw, he ate. Angel is survived by his children, Shamekia Mercado, Angel L. “AJ” Mercado Jr. and his wife, Karl “David” Reed, and Samantha L. Reed; his several grandchildren; and his sister and brother-in-law, Sonia and Silvano Roman. He held close to his heart the memory of his brother Samuel Mercado, Jr. who passed away on February 22, 2005. He will also be remembered by his nieces and nephews, Cesar Del Rio, Felix Del Rio, Joaquin Del Rio, Veronica Del Rio, Maritza Rodriguez, Pedro Juan Rodriguez, George Roman, and Jennifer Orlando; sister-in-law, Cora Reed; and friends, Jeffrey “Mouse” Jennings Sr., Damian Liggins, Jose “Clark” Melendez, Angel Bonhomme, and his caretaker Mirela Ferhatovic. He was predeceased by his aunt, Raffaela Santiago; uncle, Augustine Crespo Jr.; and great-nephew, Jayden Kanye Watson. The family is grateful to the staff of the Hobart Clinic for their primary care; and the compassionate care and medical expertise of Dr. Gerry Love and the staff at CNY Cardiology. Visitation will be held Wednesday from 5:00-6:30 at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. Angel’s funeral service and Celebration of Life will commence at 6:30 at the conclusion of visitation with Pastor David Ossenfort officiating the ceremony. Interment will take place in Calvary Cemetery at the convenience of the family.

Mr. Angel L. Mercado Sr.

May 27, 1961 - November 27, 2018