Ralph Marion Mercado, 78, Bushnell, Florida passed away on December 2, 2025.
Ralph was born in Tampa, Florida on Oct. 5, 1947 to Ralph and Bernice Mercado. He enjoyed fishing, FSU football and family vacations.
He is survived by three sons: Ralph Mercado II of Bushnell, Florida; Steven Mercado of Perry, Georgia; Shannon Mercado of Perry, Georgia; Daughter: Amanda Christensen of Bushnell, Florida. Eight grandchildren and eighteen great grandchildren; Brother Franklin (Alicia) Mercado of Dade City, Florida; Sister: Grace Carol Sizemore of Bushnell, Florida.
A visitation will be held on December 10, 2025 at Purcell Chapel from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. with a service to follow at 11:00 a.m. Interment at Florida National Cemetery.