Melinda Ann Mercer

Melinda Ann Mercer, age 57, of Rogers, passed away Tuesday, January 11, 2022, in Rogers. Melinda was born September 13, 1964, in Ogallala, Neb.; the youngest of three children, to Bobby D. and Cleta M. Seybold. Melinda spent her childhood in Nebraska and Montana, enjoying time outdoors with family and friends, before going on to graduate from Libby High School in Montana in 1982. Shortly after turning 18, Melinda joined the United States Armed Forces, where she served until 1988. During her time in the Army, Melinda went on to have three children, as well as meet and marry the love of her life, Ricky L. Mercer. After serving her country proudly, Melinda moved with her family to several areas throughout the United States before finally settling in Rogers, Ark. Melinda enjoyed spending countless hours with her husband, children, grandchildren, and pets; and would often count these as her biggest accomplishments. Melinda is preceded in death by Cleta M. Seybold (mother), Bobby D. Seybold (father), Dillon Hazel (great-nephew), Georgia Seybold (step-mother), Teresa J. Talbot (sister), Gary A. Seybold (brother), and Liam Auge (great-nephew). Melinda is survived by her husband of 34 years, Ricky L. Mercer (Rogers, Ark.); daughter, Leslie L. Hatheway and family (Pea Ridge, Ark.); son, Stuart J. Mercer (Rogers, Ark.); daughter, Toni S. Cover and family (Bentonville, Ark.); niece, Sadie Hazel (Anaconda, Mont.); and many cousins. In lieu of a standard burial, Melinda chose cremation. Cremation is under the direction of Nelson-Berna Rogers. The family of Melinda Mercer wishes to extend our sincerest thanks to the nurses, doctors, and staff of Mercy Hospital of Northwest Arkansas for their tireless work, as well as the staff of Nelson-Berna Rogers funeral home for their understanding and compassion. To leave an online condolence please visit: www.bernafuneralhomes.com.