Gilberto "Ben" Mercado Rodriguez
November 1, 1944 - April 24, 2020
Gilberto Mercado Rodriguez, age 75, passed away on Friday, April 24, 2020 surrounded by his beloved family here in Del Rio. He was born on November 1, 1944 in Ponce, Puerto Rico. Gilberto was a terrific husband, father, son and role model. He loved spending time with his entire family. He will be greatly missed. Preceding him in death was his beloved wife of 51 years, Carmen Lydia Rivera Mercado. Family members left to cherish his memory include his children: Gilbert Mercado and wife Irmarie Mercado of Del Rio, Daniel Mercado and wife Leslie Mercado of Jackson, MS, and Evelyn Velez of Orlando, FL; grandchildren: Gilberto Antonio, Melissa, Brittany, Gabriel, Emily, Christian, Aislynn, Andres, Victoria, Ashley, Micael, and Kamila; great grandchildren: Daniel, David, Adalynn, Anthony, Ansley, and Brynlee; Funeral services will be private. A celebration of Gilberto's life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the Mercado Family would appreciate donations made payable to Val Verde Hospice.
Gilberto Mercado Rodriguez, age 75, passed away on Friday, April 24, 2020 surrounded by his beloved family here in Del Rio. He was born on November 1, 1944 in Ponce, Puerto Rico. Gilberto was a terrific husband, father, son and role model.... View Obituary & Service Information