It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Jose Antonio Mercado which occurred on March 26, 2024. Jose Antonio Mercado (Joseito), the son of the late Antonio Mercado and Danaes Santiago was born on October 13, 1964 in Villalba, Puerto Rico and was the oldest of five children. He enjoyed telling jokes, working on cars, and spending time with his family. He loved his sports, especially Boston teams. Jose leaves to cherish precious memories, his daughters Migdalia Mercado of Boston, MA, Maribel Mercado of North Andover, MA, Carmen Mercado of Lawrence, MA, and Valentina Mercado of Lawrence, MA; sons Jose Mercado Jr. of Lawrence, MA, and Joshua Mercado of Salem, MA; brothers Luis A. Mercado of Boston, and Victor M. Santiago of Boston, MA; sisters Elides Mercado of Boston, MA and Nilda Santiago of Boston, MA. He also leaves behind 13 grandchildren including Frankie Rodriguez, Jaiden Mercado, Nevaeh Morales, Nylah Randolph, Wandaliz Morales, Jadiel Mercado, Jose Miguel Mercado, Joshua Mercado Jr., Alexis Mercado, Jullian Mercado, Jonaylah Rojas, Aviel Mercado and Valentino Mercado. Jose was a loving father and a cherished grandfather. Whenever his family was in need, he was always there. Let us be encouraged and comforted that this is Jose's time of rest. Jose, your wings were ready, but our hearts were not. | Family and friends are invited to attend the funeral service which will be held at Farrah Funeral Home 133 Lawrence St. Lawrence, MA 01841 on April 5, 2024 at 5pm - 8pm