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Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Staff of Memorial Park Funeral Home & Cemetery
April 17, 2025 | Memphis, TN


Photo courtesy of Lorne and Sons Funeral Home - Delray Beach
May 22, 1944 - Apr 11, 2025
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Staff of Memorial Park Funeral Home & Cemetery
April 17, 2025 | Memphis, TN
Kerry and I have been good friends for more than 45 years. We followed similar paths in the fire service and were driven by very parallel passions. It was always a pleasure to exchange ideas, observations and opinions with him and we connected frequently, particularly over the past few years. Even as his health was deteriorating, he never lost interest in what was happening in the fire service and his community. Above all, he was a dedicated and caring person, who worked for positive...
Gordon Routley
April 21, 2025 | Montreal, QC | Friend
Chief was a great leader, not only for his departments but all if Florida through the Florida Fire Chiefs Association. He brought innovation and strong leadership mentorship to many who followed him. Thank you for your example and friendship.
Dave Dyal
April 18, 2025 | Flagler Beach, FL | Friend
When I became the new police chief in Delray Beach, in 1991, Kerry was one of the first people to welcome me. Things were difficult for me at that time, but Carrie was always there for me, encouraging me, and just being the friend that I needed at the time. I will always be thankful for his support and friendship. Sharon and I are saddened by his passing. I know Kerry was a faithful follower of our Lord Jesus Christ and I know he is resting in his arms today. To Lynn and his family our...
Richard Overman
April 17, 2025 | Edgewater, FL | Friend

A true gentleman & outstanding leader.
Elizabeth Harless
April 17, 2025 | Reidsville, NC | Coworker
Kerry was a wonderful man and a dear friend since we were kids. He will be missed.
Linda Watson
April 16, 2025 | Lake Worth Beach, FL | Friend
A great friend will be missed. I will miss the facetime calls with him, as we enjoyed our time together over the years. Rest in Piece my Friend
William Fairman
April 15, 2025 | Morganton, GA | Friend
Kerry Koen, Beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, Former Fire Chief of Delray Beach and Boca RatonKerry Koen, dedicated public servant and former Fire Chief of both Delray Beach and Boca Raton, passed away peacefully on April 11, 2025.Born May 22, 1944, in Herrin, Illinois. He moved to...
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