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George William KERR obituary, Kelowna, BC

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George KERR Obituary

KERR, George William: Life Member Scouts Canada and 62nd Toronto Scout Group (73 years); RCAF WWII and 883 (Kelowna) Wing RCAF Association; Member St. George's Lodge (Kelowna) No. 41 B.C. & Y, Life Member Ulster Lodge No. 537 AF&AM Toronto; and Mosaic Lodge No. 559 AF&AM, Toronto; Centennial Lodge No. 684, AF&AM, London, Ont.; Theodore Breck Lodge No. 714 F&AM Cleveland, Ohio; Occident Chapter No. 77 RAM, Streetsville, Ont.; Kelowna Chapter No. 17, RAM, Kelowna B.C.; Geoffrey de St. Aldemar Preceptory No. 2, Thornhill, Ont. Passed peacefully at the age of 93 in Kelowna, B.C. Husband to Gwendolyne M. (Reynolds) for 60 loving, busy years. Loving Father of Judy (Terry) Sanderson, Langley, B.C.; and Sue (Bob) Mapson, Kelowna, B.C.; Grandfather ("Poppa") to Kaileigh Kerr Mapson and Brianne Nicole Mapson, and Brookelyn Kerr Sanderson. Dear Sister-in-law Audrey Reynolds, and nieces and nephews Catherine and Don Walker and sons Gordon and Bryan, Corinne Ness (deceased), and Walter Ness and family of Toronto area, and many Reynolds family nieces and nephews in Ontario. Dear cousins and friends in N. Ireland and special lifelong friends Brian and Linda Watts of England and many other Scouting friends around the world. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Grant Chamberlain and staff. Dad will be lovingly remembered for his devotion to family and love of celebrating any and all occasions. He will also be remembered by his lifelong friends that he made through his dedication to these organizations. There will be a memorial service, Masonic service and RCAF Service at Springfield Funeral Home, 2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna, BC on August 24, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. Reception to follow at Springfield Funeral Home. Donations in memory of George W. Kerr are appreciated to the Ross Hennigar Campership Fund c Scouts Canada, 120-10 Kodiak Cr. Toronto, Ont. M3J 3G5 or Masonic Community Charities Fund for the Okanagan Cancer Car Project, 2251 Abbott St. Kelowna, B.C. V1Y 1E2. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com, 250-860-7077.

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Published by Okanagan Valley Newspaper Group on Aug. 14, 2015.

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Big Bear Point, Kennabi Lake, Haliburton Scout Reserve 1954

Ken Wrigglesworth

August 27, 2015

Very sad at this news. I was camping last week at Haliburton Scout Reserve, and noted the flag was at half-mast in George's memory. He's not forgotten for his involvement in shaping the camp for more than 10 summers in it's early years in the 1950s. A great legacy.

1953 HSR Staff

John Stephens

August 23, 2015

Gwen - So sorry to hear of George's passing. George was a great mentor and even today I still use the skill's he shared on organizing events! You and your family are in my prayers.

William Hadfield

August 18, 2015

To a wonderful person and mentor to all the guys, from the 211th scouts and 62nd Rovers
you did a hellava job..RIP
Billy

Janet Bisson (Dutton)

August 18, 2015

Aunt Betty's visit

Janet Bisson (Dutton)

August 18, 2015

Aunt Betty's visit

Janet Bisson ( Dutton)

August 18, 2015

Dear Mrs Kerr and my best friends Judy and Sue, I am very sad to hear of the loss of Mr Kerr. He provided many happy memories for me taking us to the Dairy Queen, "The Pop Shop", horseback riding at Circle M, introducing me to a "Big Mac" and Ah....the smell of canvas-camping at Magnetawan. Those were the days! The best memories for which I am truly grateful for and will never forget.

August 17, 2015

We are all saddened but George's passing. He had a good life and left many fond memories.
John Plumadore

August 17, 2015

My condolence for your loss Gwen and family. I have fond memories of ASM George when I was a scout in the 211th Scout Group and at Everton Scout Camp as pictured. Also with 62nd Rover Crew and pictured banquet.
Graham Garrie

Jennifer Strong (Dutton)

August 17, 2015

Gwen, Judy and Susan. I am so sorry for your loss. George was a kind and gentle soul. I have many fond memories of him and our time on Wincott Drive.

Graham Garrie

August 17, 2015

Graham Garrie

August 17, 2015

Graham Garrie

August 17, 2015

Jerry Guerra

August 16, 2015

So sorry for your loss. I have not met RW Bro. George Kerr, but I have spoken to him over the phone. He had a long talk about Ulster Lodge. He was such a great person to talk to. He was a great freemason, and he will be truly missed.

Shirley Jones (Fox)

August 15, 2015

Sorry for your loss. Great memories of good time in Scouting.

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