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James Kerr Obituary

James "Jim" T. Kerr, 75, of North Huntingdon, passed away Wednesday, June 29, 2022. He was the loving husband of the late Linda (Ryan) Kerr, who died in 2004. He was born the son of the late S. Grant Sr. and Eleanor (Main) Kerr. He was the dear father of Cindy (Norman) Kemerer, of Apollo, and the late James T. (surviving spouse Jennifer) Kerr Jr., of Claridge; proud grandfather of Michael (Kimberley) and Erica (fiance Dylan Marin) Kemerer, James Kerr III and Tyler (fiancee Maddie Moore) Kerr; treasured great-grandfather of Garrett and Charlotte Kerr; brother of Barbara Aska, of California, Carol (Gary) Shearer, of Arkansas, and the late S. Grant Kerr Jr.; beloved pet owner of his dog, Rascal, and his cat, Angel; and also survived by many other nieces, nephews, friends and family. Jim served during the Vietnam War in the Navy. He was an avid sportsman and a lifetime member of the McKeesport Sportsman Association. Jim enjoyed woodworking in his shop and had fun going to the range and shooting. Friends are welcome from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, July 9, 2022, at PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY INC., Turtle Creek / Monroeville Chapel, 1111 Monroeville Ave., Turtle Creek, 412-823-9350, where a memorial service will be held at 3 p.m., followed by military honors. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the family.

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Published by Tribune Review on Jun. 30, 2022.

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Andrea (Klement) Gates

July 6, 2022

My deepest sympathies. Jim was an amazing friend to my father, Ernie Klement. He always talked about him and told me many great stories. My dad will surely miss him. Blessings to you all

Fred Zoerb

July 4, 2022

God bless you Jim, you were a good man.

Christine Jaffre

July 1, 2022

Sorry for your loss. I knew Jim at Burger King. There was a bunch of people along with him and all of us would talk and joke around. He will be sadly missed and he is in our hearts who ever he knew and meet. Our prayers go out to the family. He'll never be forgotten in our lives. God is with us all. I prayed every night for him. sincerely yours. Christine Jaffre and Ed Northup. [email protected].

Barbara Ruffner

June 30, 2022

Cindy and Family,

My sincerest sympathy for your loss.

Joan Seaman

June 29, 2022

My sincere condolences for your loss. I knew Jim through the gun club. Always such a nice guy.

Barbara Ruffner

June 29, 2022

Mike,

My sympathies on the passing of your Grandfather. May fond memories of your Grandfather comfort you.

Barbara Ruffner

Betsy Prejza

June 29, 2022

My deepest sympathy. May God's love comfort you all through this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

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