James “Max” Mercer, 83, of Plant City, died Aug. 22, 2013, surrounded by his loving family.
He was the son of the late George Benton and Ruby Mendheim Mercer. He also was preceded in death by his brother George Wayne Mercer.
Mr. Mercer retired as a carpenter. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and a member of Mt. Zion Assembly of God Church.
He is survived by sisters, Marilyn (Steve) Mercer Kabrich and Carolyn (Murrele) Mercer Pelham; a brother, William Rex (Betty Ann) Mercer; and a sister-in-law, Dee Mercer.
Funeral services were Aug. 24 at Haught Funeral Home, Plant City. Burial, with military honors, was at Springhead Cemetery.
Online condolences may be made at haughtfuneralhome.com.