JOSEPH C. KERR

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JOSEPH C. KERR Joseph C. Kerr passed away peacefully at the Health Sciences Centre on May 29, 2000. Until the last two days of his life, Joe was thankful to have been able to spend his time at his home. He was especially thankful for the loving care his wife Elaine provided him. Joe was predeceased by his father Melvin and his mother Irene. He is survived by his beloved wife Elaine; daughters, Melrene and Sherry; his grandchildren and his brother Barry. Joe was never happier than when he was enjoying the great outdoors, whether fishing at Clearwater Bay or duck hunting with some buddies every fall, and he was a Ducks Unlimited sponsor. Joes great love was training his Labrador dogs and competing with them in field trials throughout North America. His favourite was "Del-Tone-Buck" who won the National Championship on two occasions. Joe was a man of many interests and achievements. He ran the family business, Kerrs Funeral Chapel for over 30 years following the passing of his father. He was a proud member of the Preferred Funeral Directors International. He was a past master of Beaver Masonic Lodge, and a member of Bethany Chapter, a Prince of Wales Preceptory, Khartum Shriners. As well, he was a charter member of the Komedians. Joe was a lifelong member of the Progressive Conservative Party. He was a past president of the Young Progressive Conservatives and a candidate for the Federal Party on three occasions. Joe was a generous, thoughtful man who will be sadly missed by the numerous friends he made all over North America. A memorial service for Joe will be held on Monday, June 5 at 12:30 p.m. at the St. Andrews River Heights United Church, 255 Oak Street (at Grosvenor) with Reverend Peter Douglas officiating. All of Joes friends will be recognized as honorary pallbearers. Sincere thanks are extended to the staff in the Respiratory Unit at the Health Sciences Centre for all their care and compassion. Should friends so desire, donations may be made to the Rehabilitation Centre for Children, 633 Wellington Crescent, Winnipeg, Man., R3M 0A8. LECLAIRE BROTHERS in care of arrangements, 775-2220.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jun 02, 2000