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James Kerr Obituary
Wilmington - At the age of 61, James F. Kerr passed away peacefully in a hospital in Orlando, FL, on September 18, 2018.
James was one of five children of the late Teresa and Francis Kerr. He was also predeceased by his daughter, Nicole in 2003; and his three sisters, Terri (Toy), Bernie (Cherry), and Maureen (Orr).
A Delaware native, Jay, "Smoove," brought joy and comfort to countless people throughout his life. He had a heart bigger than any other. He was a graduate of Christiana High School, and while working part-time at Crowell, he also enjoyed working at the Playhouse Theater with "Brownie" as part of the lighting crew for many years. He transitioned into railroad work, spending many years at Amtrak as a car repairman. He loved his Harley and the freedom of riding with friends. He was very involved with AA and ran the New Year's Eve parties at Clayton Hall years ago.
He is survived by his son, Joel (Brianna Mahon) and their children, Nova and Luke, who gave Jay great joy; his brother, Patrick, who lives in New York; and his ex-wife, Linda Kotalik, who has been one of his biggest supporters. James has many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins who will feel a great loss without him.
Friends and family are invited to a visitation from 11 A.M. to 12 P.M. with funeral services beginning at 12 P.M. at the Mealey Funeral Home, 2509 Limestone Road Wilmington, DE 19808, on Saturday, October 13th. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to Delaware Humane Society, 701 A Street, Wilmington, DE 19801. Online condolences may be made at mealeyfuneralhomes.com
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JR Tompkins
October 16, 2019
God has you at his side brother, hard to believe it has been one year already though! . You are not forgotten. Every time I ride I tell those who call that I am on me time and will get back to them. That always made me laugh but I respected how your me time was so important to you and but you still always stopped to answer! Thanks again for being there for me in my times of need, our conversations will not be forgotten. You are one of a kind!
JR Tompkins
USMC Veteran
Thomaston, Ct.
Louis
October 12, 2018
My deepest condolences to the Kerr family; Jay was a warm, generous man who held his hand out and gave me a lift when I needed it the most, he will truly be missed.
October 6, 2018
Jay aka "smoove" had a heart of gold. We were friends in our younger years..but lost touch with one another...I always enjoyed and liked Jay... Deepest sympathy to his family...He was a truly nice guy.
October 6, 2018
My sincerest condolences to the Kerr Family in the loss of your loved one, James, and pray you find comfort in Psalms 91:2.
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October 4, 2018
Very sorry for your loss and grief; may the promise at John 6:40 give you comfort and peace.
Judy Walls
October 2, 2018
My deepest sympathies are extended to Patrick and James' family. My memories are of James, Patrick and Bernadette on the playground across from the apartments in Elsmere. I had a job in the summer of 1969 as a playground leader and enjoyed getting to know the Kerr kids. I did my student teaching at Oak Grove that fall and again would see and enjoy Patrick, James and Bernadette. The next year I started teaching at Ogletown Middle School and eventually the Kerr kids wound up there! What a treat!
I am so sorry so much of your family has passed on. May God bring comfort and peace to all.
Blessings,
Judy McFarlin Walls
Angie A
September 28, 2018
To the family of James Kerr. Please accept my deepest condolences for your family's loss. "God heals the brokenhearted". Ps 147-3
September 27, 2018
My condolences to the family. Continue to rely God during this difficult time and know that he hears your prayers: Isaiah 59:1
BC~
September 25, 2018
So long, Brother. I will see you when my time comes.
Big John
M. Doloughan
September 25, 2018
Blessed Be to you and the remaining family you have and are leaving behind. Only have memories of you when I was still young and our father's knew one another. But you were known.
September 24, 2018
Ride on into peace brother. MT
Marshall Tompkins Jr
September 24, 2018
God Bless you Jay, I wil never forget your kindness, generosity and patience towards me in my time of need and I will always remember our talks. You were one of a kind! God speed!
September 24, 2018
R.I.P. Jay......My man
September 24, 2018
My sincerest condolences to the Kerr Family in the loss of your loved one, James, and pray you find comfort in Psalms 91:2.
September 24, 2018
Please accept my deepest condolences for the loss of your loved one. May our Lord Jesus Christ and God, our Father, provide you with everlasting comfort in your time of mourning. 2 Thessalonians 2: 16
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