Chattanooga Anchor is Dead

WDEF reports that Anchor John Mercer passed away.

The station says that Mercer’s family would like to share that John has passed away from a heart-related condition, not related in any way to the coronavirus. John fought hard for six days. His daughters want him remembered as the best father ever, but they know he is at peace and happy to see his mom, dad, and sister again.

“From the News 12 family, we will dearly miss John, his humor, his professionalism, his love for his family, and his strength in crisis,” the station said.

Mercer was 56 years old.

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