  |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
In Memorium: Wilson Harris Kerr Published: 21 January 2009 By: Rick Roberts, Biography & Archived Articles We are saddened to hear of Wilson's passing. His always optimistic and helpful council, and cherished friendship will be deeply missed. Wilson was a tireless worker who selflessly assisted countless people in researching their family history. That's how we came to know him. Wilson was a long-time active member of the Kent Branch of the Ontario Genealogical Society as well as working on various projects to preserve Ontario's heritage. We always looked forward to seeing him at genealogy and history events across Ontario and beyond. Our deepest condolences are offered to Wilson's family and to his wide circle of friends and acquaintances whose lives were touched by his generous spirit. The following obituary appeared in the Chathem Daily News - OspreyObituaries.com, Jan. 19, 2009:
Born in Wallaceburg, son of the late William and Olive (Harris) Kerr. Loving husband of 35 years to Angela Kerr (nee Hoy). Dear father to Ronald & Karen Kerr of Wallaceburg; Shirley & Lawrie (Kerr) Carter of Waterloo and Nancy & Dale (Kerr) Drew of London. Proud grandfather to Jeff Carter, Hannah Carter, Eric and Melyssa Kerr, Christine and Jason MacDonald, Ian Kerr, Erin Kerr, Rebekah Drew, Kyle Drew, Richard Drew and great-grandfather to Owen Wesley MacDonald. Survived by his brother Donald Kerr of Edmonton. Predeceased by his sister Della Warner. Wilson will be dearly missed by his many brother's and sister's in- law, especially John and Dorothy Hoy, Bernard & Joan Hoy and Loretta Hoy. Wilson is the founder and former owner of Battery Boy on Park Ave. E. and was the owner and operator of Kerr Solar Systems. Wilson's dedication to his community will be missed. As a member of the Kent Branch of the Ontario Genealogical Society, Evangel Community Church, Loads of Love, The Kent Historical Society, Maple City Centre for Older Adults, Tri-County Square Dance Club, his memory will live on through his contribution to the advancement of these organizations. As a genealogist, Wilson studied genealogy extensively and enjoyed giving courses and teaching others in the subject. A special thank-you is extended to all the staff in the I.C.U at the C.K.H.A. The tremendous care given to our father and the compassion shown to us will not be forgotten. Family will receive friends at the Funeral Home 459 St. Clair St. Chatham on Sunday from 2:00 – 4:30 p.m. and 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Funeral service to be held at Evangel Community Church 76 Sandys Street Chatham on Monday January 19, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. Interment at Riverview Cemetery, Wallaceburg. Memorial donations to honour Wilson's life can be made to the Evangel Community Church Building Fund or to the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance-Intensive Care Unit and would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com McKinlay Funeral Home 459 St. Clair Street Chatham, Ontario 519-351-2040 Shopping Cart & Order Desk Global Genealogy & History Shoppe 1-800-361-5168 ( 9-5 Monday to Friday )
|
|
|
*The Global Gazette is a unit of GlobalGenealogy.com Inc. Copyright© 1995 - 2009 GlobalGenealogy.com Inc. All Rights Reserved |
