Louise Kerr

My wonderful sister. A great role model to all our family. Never afraid to go for it. Love You Miss You

Louise Kerr was such a courageous woman. She was the strongest defender Latinx has in the university administration (uic) to date. She advocated and defended in difficult circumstances and she did a superb job. Of course we will always be indebted. Mary Kay Vaughan

I interviewed Louise Kerr in May 1986, when I began interviewing people for my book, MexAmerica: Two Countries, One Future. Hers was a remarkable story about the inseparable and lasting bonds between two countries and the marvelous ethnic and cultural diversity of a country born without a name that wants more than anything to be America.

I am very sorry to hear of the passing of Louise and extend my heartfelt condolences to her family, friends and colleagues. I was a student of Louise when she taught at the University of Illinois, Chicago, way back in 1974. Despite the 4 decades that have elapsed since that time, I clearly and fondly recall Louise as an inspiring, encouraging and gifted teacher. I bless her memory and know that she will be keenly missed.

One certainly can't argue with what Louise Ano Nuevo Kerr made of her life. Humble beginnings in Watsonville, on to the U., to grad school, to teaching, to a deanship, to publications, to awards. Not to mention a husband and two accomplished children.
I met Louise in the fall of 1962 in UCLA's graduate reading room. I already knew Howard. We, and a couple of other grad students took up together and became eating buddies and even singing buddies, at times. When Louise married...

Love you, Weezy. So proud to call you my sister-in-law. Rest in peace, Dear One.

Some of the Chicana historians Louisa helped mentor are just learning if her passing! I send my condolences to the family; she was truly a pioneer and helped generations of students & young faculty!

My sincere condolences to the family at this most difficult time. May the God of all comfort provide you with whatever is needed so you can cope with your great loss. Psalms 83 : 18.

Dear family,
I had the privilege of knowing and working with Louise for several years while she served on the SHELTER, Inc. board of directors. She was passionate about our work and represented our mission well to the community. Please accept our condolences.

Tim O'Keefe
Executive Director
SHELTER, Inc. of Contra Costa County