Berlin, VT Beatrice H. Nourse Mercier, 97, passed away on Thursday, August 18, 2016 at the Rowan Court Nursing Home. She was born on July 16, 1919 in Lunenburg, MA, the daughter of George and Winifred (Smith) Nourse. She leaves her children; Betty LeFort of Webster, MA, Richard Mercier of Oxford, Phyllis E. Larose of Montpelier, and Ronald Mercier of Williamstown; nine grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren, and 3 great great grandchildren. She lived in Montpelier for 30 years, where she belonged to the American Legion Auxilliary and the Montpelier Senior Center. She enjoyed gardening and going to the lake to fish. She especially enjoyed being with her children. There will be no calling hours. The family will hold funeral services privately. Memorial contributions in lieu of flowers may be made to the Central Vermont Home Health & Hospice, 600 Granger Road, Berlin, VT 05641.