Charles Carlin Kerwin Jr.

Charles Carlin Kerwin Jr. obituary, Coos Bay, OR

Charles Carlin Kerwin Jr.

Charles Kerwin Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Nelson's Bay Area Mortuary on Jun. 12, 2025.

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Charles Carlin Kerwin, Jr, 91, of North Bend, passed away May 27, 2025 at Coos Bay, Oregon. Charles was born February 19, 1934 at Oak Park, Illinois, the son of Charles C. and Lillian (Ekman) Kerwin. He was raised and educated in Oak Park and then moved to California where he attended Stanford University. He enlisted in the Marine Corps where he served for two tours of duty during the Korean War. After 4 years of service he attended UC Berkley and after graduating he went to work as an Investment Banker in Los Angeles. He started his own firm, Kerwin - Beley & Associates with offices in Los Angeles and Seattle, Washington. Charles loved working and helping his clients. He also enjoyed traveling with his wife and would always rather enjoy her home cooked meals than eating out.
He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Nancy Tan Kerwin. He was preceded in death by his brother, Richard Kerwin and by his parents.
Cremation rites are under the direction of Nelson's Bay Area Mortuary, 405 Elrod Ave, Coos Bay, Oregon 541/267-4216

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