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Gerard Kemp Obituary
Gerard K. "Rod" Kemp Sr., 85, of Exeter, passed away on Saturday, September 21, 2019, in his home.
He was the husband of Cheryl L. (Columbo) Kemp, of
Exeter.
Born in Reading, Pa., he was the son of the late Walter and Barbara Ellen (Deeds) Kemp. Gerard loved the
Philadelphia Eagles, deer hunting, fishing and playing
poker. He was the owner/operator of Gerard K. Kemp Sr. Sanitation for over 40 years.
In addition to his wife, Gerard is survived by his sons, Gerard K. Jr., Muhlenberg; and Gregg A. (Mary),
Myerstown; daughter, Ginia Nein (Ronald Sr.);
Exeter; stepson, Grant H. Kershner Jr., Exeter; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and one
great-great-grandchild.
He is preceded in death by his brother, Cleon W. Sr.; and sister, Betty Lamma.
Visitation with family and friends will be held on Friday, September 27, 2019, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., with
services beginning at 11:30 a.m., in Lutz Funeral Home Inc., 2100 Perkiomen Avenue, Mt. Penn. Interment will be at Forest Hills Memorial Park, Exeter Township. Lutz
Funeral Home Inc. is in charge of arrangements. For online condolences, please visit www.LutzFuneralHome.com.
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Mary Kemp
September 24, 2019
You will be missed in so many hearts...but the memories will last a life time...may you be at peace .youre daughter in law Mary Kemp
Susie Kemp
September 24, 2019
Uncle Rod, Have a great time with my Dad
And Uncle Bozz,
Play cards endlessly and enjoy,
You are the end of a very special family.
You will be missed & always remembered.
Love you.
Susie Kemp Griesemer
September 23, 2019
So sorry to hear of Uncle Rods passing. We are out of state so will not be able to attend the services.
Peggy and Cal Allgaier
michelle barnett
September 23, 2019
To Cheryl and all the Kemp family, Sorry for your loss Pop was a great guy. He is now pain free and with his brother playing cards. You are all in my prayers and on my mind all the time. If there is anything you need just let me know you know where to find me.
Dinahl Simpson
September 23, 2019
Rod was a father to me over the last 24 years. I married into his family and when I needed him he was always there. I hadn't had a father in my life in a couple of years and he really became my father figure. He is the backbone of the family and I love him so much! Thank you Rod (and Cheryl) for all that you have done for me and for my girls over the years. You are truly a man to look up to always. You will be greatly missed but will always be in my heart. Rest In Peace Rod!
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