Passed peacefully away at Carbonear Hospital on September 11, 2025, surrounded by a circle of love, Randy Ross Mercer of Markland, aged 70 years.
Randy was a man of great talent and devotion. He was predeceased by his parents Edward and Mae Mercer, brother Edward and infant sister Debbie, his parents in law Dorothy and William Baldwin, brothers in law Albert Baldwin, Phonse Didham and Larry Hoskins, sisters in law Verna Baldwin and Betty Didham and infant niece Krista.
Randy leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories with devoted wife of 50 years, Yvonne, and the light of his life their daughter Kerri, son in law Stephen and “Pop Girl’s” Avery and Emma.
He is lovingly remembered by his siblings Doug (Ann), Terry (Bev), Keith, Vicki (Terry Marsh), Todd, Michelle (Tim Newhook). Sisters in law Joyce and Dauphne; 18 nieces and nephews and a large extended family of great and great-great nieces and nephews.
Randy is also fondly remembered by his in-laws Linda Hoskins, Bill (Donna), Brenda (Tony Moore), Don (Nancy), and Kelly (Dennis Lundrigan); as well as 9 nieces and nephews and 9 great nieces and nephews on the Baldwin side.
A proud and dedicated employee of Marine Atlantic, Randy spent his working life on the water. But his heart was always in music. Whether entertaining passengers during ferry crossings or travelling the island with various bands that he played in or just playing solo, Randy brought joy and connection through his music. His voice, guitar, and storytelling were gifts he shared generously, and his music created lifelong memories for his family and many friends he met along the way.
Visitation at Holloway’s Funeral Home on Friday, September 12 6:30 – 9:00 pm, Saturday, September 13, 2025 , 1:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 pm, Sunday, September 14, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm. Funeral Service will be held at the Trinity United Church, Blaketown on Sunday, September 14 at 3:00 pm. In lieu of flowers donations made be made to the Markland United Church Cemetery. Fund
Sorry to hear of Randy’s passing. Condolences to the Baldwin and Mercer families and friends. Randy was a great guy and an awesome performer. RIP Randy
So very sorry to hear about Randy’s passing, our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time, God bless.
So very sorry to hear about Randy,s passing, our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time. God bless.
Condolences to Randy’s family !!smooth sailing. Randy. !! From an old shipmate. Reg
Yvonne and family. We’re so sorry to hear of Randy’s passing. Our deepest condolences to you and your family and friends.
Yvonne and family sorry for your loss Randy was a great a great and pleasant man. My prayers and love are with you all.
My sincere condolences to the family. I always enjoyed being in Randy’s company.
To the family, please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of Randy. I have known him since the early 70,s … we always had great talks and even shared a passion for music. RIP my friend.
My deepest condolences to the family and friends ❤️
Sorry to hear of Randy’s passing. He was a very nice guy and he had a special gift of music. RIP Randy now sing for the angels.
Sending condolences to Yvonne and family and friends. May your loving memories and love for Randy help you through this difficult time. Rest In Peace.
So very sorry to hear of Randy’s passing, he will always hold a special place in my heart. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time..Love always Aunt Muriel and all her family ❤️❤️
So sorry to hear of Randy’s passing. My sincere condolences to his family, his Marine Atlantic family and friends.
Sorry to hear of Randy’s passing, my condolences to his
Family.
Randy sure was an awesome Shipmate & a great friend.
We always had a great laugh while working!
He loved to sing & play musical instruments!
Always with a joke.
I have something that I got from Randy years ago now.
It’s a Traveling electric guitar, small but a lovely sound.
Rest in peace my friend, sail away one more time & we’ll see you @ the next dock.
Yvonne and family so very sorry to hear of Randy’s passing.I had not seen him for a long time until recently and I thought no one should have to suffer so long.My deepest sympathy Rest in peace Randy.
Sending sincere condolences to Randy’s loved ones. I hold fond memories of Randy from my childhood when my mother Bev Costello often brought me aboard the ships during summer break up the Labrador coast and Nova Scotia. Randy took care of me aboard like his own. I often admired his love for his family especially Yvonne and Kerri. May you rest in peace. I hope you and mom can now get together and share a few stories of the marine atlantic days.
Evonne all families so sad to hear of Randy’s passing keep his precious memories close to your Hearts ❤️
So sorry for your loss. Condolences to the families.
We are so sorry to hear of Randy’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Yvonne and all your family. Randy was a gentle man, may he Rest in Peace!
We’re so sorry to hear it f Randy’s passing….my heart and prayers go out to Yvonne and family. Randy was a great guy and I have many wonderful memories on f him growing up together as kids and playing in a band together …..I will miss you
Yvonne and family; my deepest and heartfelt condolences to you. Our world lost a beautiful light too young and too soon. Rest in peace Randy.
To Yvonne and your family.
We are deeply sad for your loss.
We both knew Randy to be a wonderful person.
May you find comfort in his memories.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Graham and Diane
Yvonne and family ,so sorry for your loss .Deepest sympathy and prayers to you .Randy sure made beautiful music .Rest in peace .
Doug & Eve
Yvonne and family. We were so saddened to hear of Randy’s passing. Thinking of you and sending prayers during this most difficult of times. God rest his soul.
Yvonne and family, we are so very sorry to hear of Randy’s passing . We have so many wonderful memories of Randy and will cherish them forever.
We are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time .
Rest In Peace Randy 🙏
John & Nora Mercer
So sorry to hear of Randy’s passing, I just saw his obituary hugs to all your family