Mercer's Location. 50 miles north of Bismarck, North Dakota on Hwy 41. 10 miles east of Turtle Lake, North Dakota on Hwy 200. 13 miles west of McClusky, North Dakota on Hwy 200. Mercer Centennial.
Michael formed the duo Wham! with Andrew Ridgeley in 1981. The band's first album Fantastic reached No. 1 in the UK in 1983 and produced a series of top 10 singles including Young Guns, Wham Rap! and Club Tropicana. Their second album, Make It Big, reached No. 1 on the charts in the US.
George Michael Funeral Update: Elton John Slated To Perform, 2 Funerals Planned For Ex-Wham! Singer, Report Says. Sir Elton John is reportedly slated to perform at his close friend George Michaelâs funeral. The ex-Wham! singer was found dead on Christmas Day in his Oxfordshire, England, home. While the funeral plans for Michael have not been confirmed, Metro reported that two ceremonies will be held â one for close friends and family and the other for his fans.