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Mark Kerr Obituary
Mark K. Kerr, 60, of West Point, died at 7:29 am January 20, 2016 in his residence. He was born February 15, 1955, in Lafayette, to Harry and Carol Schilling Kerr. He served in the United States Army from 1970 to 1973. Mark graduated from Jefferson High School and was employed by Globe Valve for 20 years, then Harrison Steel Casting Company for 15 years, before retiring.
He was a member of UAW 914 and NRA. His hobbies included fishing, hunting and all outdoor activities. Surviving are his parents; Harry and Carol Schilling Kerr, childen; Stacy Seele, Jacob Seth Kerr, Raven Mackenzie Money (Keith), all of Camden, Ryan Downham (Brittney) of Tipton and Kyle Von Fange (Kim) of Colorado Springs, grandchildren; Zoe, Logan, Abby, Marlee, Jacob, Jaxs, Chloe, Averie, Ethean, Joey, Sarah, Corbin, siblings; Gretchen Fruits Lone, Lisa Becker, Nanette Borton, all of Lafayette, Robin Kerr (Becky) of North Carolina and Bryan Kerr of California, as well as several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 1:00 pm until the time of the service at 2:00 pm on Sunday, January 24, 2016 at Soller-Baker Lafayette Chapel. Those wishing may contribute to the family. You may sign the guest book and leave memories at www.soller-baker.com
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Memories and Condolences
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Grant Pulliam
May 2, 2016
Praying for Mark's family
Beth Incropera
January 27, 2016
Stacy,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Lean on family and friends and God. So happy he got to hear that you had passed your nursing boards and accomplished your goal. He is proud of you. Keep him in your heart and memories in your mind. - Beth
Pat Cusick-Crumley
January 25, 2016
Carol and Gretchen, I am so sorry to read this about Mark. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Bob and Deb Forbes
January 24, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We hope you find comfort in your love for one another...
Bob and Deb Forbes
January 24, 2016
Please accept our condolences..
Reni (and Kelly) Winter-Evans
January 24, 2016
So sorry for Mark's untimely passing. He has been a wonderful neighbor in the 11 years that I've Iived across the street - always friendly and willing to lend a hand or just a neighborly wave to me and my husband. God comfort and bless the family.
Dennis Goans
January 23, 2016
Thoughts and prayers to the Kerr family for their loss.
January 23, 2016
Please accept our condolences. Marie and Chuck Harris
Angela Hunt
January 23, 2016
Im so sorry for your loss..lots of prayers to all of you.
Carol Engler
January 23, 2016
Robin and Becky: Sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Lemoyne Senesac
January 23, 2016
Sympathy to this family at this time. God bless you.
Teresa Houser
January 23, 2016
I'm so sorry for your loss. I worked with Mark at Globe Valve. My prayers are with the family.
Dee l Warnock
January 23, 2016
Rip mark,
From an old old.family friend Dee
(Gregory)Warnock.
Brenda Wargo
January 23, 2016
So sorry for your loss.
Michele Johnson
January 22, 2016
Seth and family: Robert and I are very sorry for your loss. Our condolences to you all, Seth, Stacy, Mackenzie, and the rest of your family.
Byron & Barb Rude
January 22, 2016
We are sorry to hear of Mark's Passing. We had known Mark a long time and a lot of great memories. Our thoughts and Prayers to the family.
Jessica Herbst
January 22, 2016
Great memories;) you will be missed!
Kevin Johnson
January 22, 2016
Mark, you were like a dad to me! Thank you so much for the good memories we all had! Rest in peace...I will remember you well! Miss you!
Rita and Jim Johnson
January 22, 2016
We were so sorry to hear of Mark's passing. My husband and I both worked with Mark at Globe Valve. Blessings to all the family.
January 22, 2016
Love and miss you Dad!
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