Frank Edward Mercier (1937 – 2026)

Frank Edward Mercier, a visionary builder, devoted family man, and a friend to all, passed away in March 2026. He was 88 years old.

Born in 1937 in Michigan, Frank carried a Midwest work ethic with him when he moved to Southern California in his youth. In the mid 1970s, he founded a construction company, which grew to become one of the largest and most successful companies in Orange County.

Frank’s professional legacy is etched into the California landscape; his company built thousands of homes and commercial buildings throughout Southern California.

Frank was defined by his humanity. He never met a stranger and possessed the rare gift of being able to talk to anyone, from any walk of life. Above all, Frank was the pillar of his family. He was a devoted husband to Susan, a father of five, a doting grandfather, great grandfather and great great grandfather.

To know Frank was to love him. He leaves behind a legacy of hard work, incredible stories, and a family who will carry his warmth and spirit forward. He was a friend to hundreds and a hero to his family.

Frank lived life at full throttle. A cowboy at heart, his motto was “Let ‘er Buck!”

A celebration of life will be planned for later in the spring.