Jerri Kassner

1933 - 2016

Jerri Kassner February 8, 1933 - October 31, 2016 La Jolla Jerri Kassner left this life to begin a new eternal one October 31, 2016. With family by her side at home, she passed peacefully, joining her beloved family and friends in Eternal life.Jerri was born a McMullin, she cherished her Irish heritage and celebrated the Irish spirit. To all that knew her it was evidenced by her strength, perseverance, beauty and grace. Her life was full, rich and complete.Jerri was preceded in death by her husband of over 50 years, James; also enduring the premature loss of her children, Kent and Kyleen; as well as her first grandson, Alexander. She is survived by her children, Kimberly and Kevin; granddaughters, Ashley and Kandice; and great-grandsons, Rylan and Holden.Jerri's spirit endures, in part through many, long term friendships in La Jolla, where she resided for over 40 years, and in the Midwest, where she and Jim first settled and started their family. Jim and Jerri also enjoyed a special retreat at their home in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Their hearts and souls fulfilled by the spiritual beauty of that magical city. As with every place they called home, with impeccable taste, art and style, Jerri and her husband forged many long lasting friendships.Most important to Jerri after her family and friends was her faith. She was not only a faithful servant to her Catholic religion, she was a constant source of support and guidance. Jerri was a generous benefactor to local parishes and many charities.Jerri's funeral mass will be celebrated by her dear friends, The Reverend Jerry O'Donnell of All Hollows and Father Jim Rafferty of Mary Star of the Sea. Her funeral service will be on November 29, 2016, at 10:30am at Mary Star of the Sea in La Jolla.We do not grieve Jerri without first loving her dearly, and we do not love without gaining more than we could ever lose by the fullness of her life. Please sign the guest book online at legacy.com/obituaries/ lajollalight .