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Joseph Kerr Obituary

Kerr, Joseph P. Age 90, passed peacefully February 1st with his daughter by his side. Dear husband of the late Mary P. (Harmon) Kerr; loving father of Mary (Jack) O'Toole and the late Joan (Kevin) Kelly; cherished Papa of Kate, Margaret, and Shannon Kelly, Jack (Lynne) O'Toole and Cindy (Rodney) Thompson; adoring great-grandfather to Lauren, Gabrielle, Ginger, Cash, Kennedy, and Taylor Joan; Joseph was the last of nine Scottish siblings, and joins them in eternal rest Art Kerr, Bridie (Al) Paganini, Mike (Audrey) Kerr, Dolores (Bob) Bielaski, Tom (Marilyn) Kerr and three brothers who passed away in infancy; beloved uncle of many nieces and nephews and is survived by other loving relatives and friends, especially Edna Frindell. Joe was a 49 year resident of Mt. Prospect and a longtime member of St. Raymond's and Rolling Green Country Club. Visitation Thursday 3:00 - 9:00 p.m. at Friedrichs Funeral Home, 320 W. Central Rd., at Northwest Hwy., Mt. Prospect. Visitation Friday 9:30 a.m. until Mass 10:30 a.m. at St. Raymond de Penafort Church, Elmhurst Rd. (Rt.83) at Lincoln St., Mt. Prospect. In lieu of flowers, please make your donations to The Rev. Robert J. Loftus Endowment and Scholarship Fund or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Funeral info: 847-255-7800 or www.friedrichsfh.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 3, 2016.

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Michelle Kash

February 5, 2016

In the late 80's and early 90's I worked with wonderful funny gentleman. Who always made me smile. This was my first job in Chicago at Associated Back of Chicago. RIP dear sir. God Bless to him and his family, Michelle Valle Kash

Audrey Kerr Colonna

February 4, 2016

Thinking of all of our extended Kerr family in Illinois and sending lots of love. Uncle Joe always reminded me so much of my Grandpa Mike. I know they are laughing and enjoying each other's company.

Regina Dominican

February 4, 2016

You are being held in the thoughts and prayers of the Regina Dominican School Community.

Hal Downs

February 3, 2016

I shared many a joke and laughter with this wonderful man. He will be missed.

maureen Kerr

February 3, 2016

My love and prayers, what a great man.Love you Uncle Joe. Maureen Kerr

Brendan Heintz

February 3, 2016

My late father was a big fan and longtime co-worker of Joe Kerr's at National Boulevard Bank in the Wrigley Building. My Dad passed away suddenly in 2012 but I know he always looked forward to lunches with Joe when the bank group would get together. In a small world coincidence, I am friends with Mary Beth Rebedeau-Warden, daughter of Bud Rebedeau- Joe's longtime buddy. Condolences to all the Kerr's from the family of Brendan Heintz.

Edna Frigo

February 3, 2016

Dear Mary and family
My sympathy to you for your great loss.
Joe & I go all the way back to grade school
and the last time I met him we shared a lot of
memories. I keep you and yours in my daily
prayers.

I M

February 3, 2016

Deepest sympathy and condolences on your loss. May the love of family and friends surround you at this very difficult time. God's words will give you peace, comfort and strength to endure (Isa. 41:10).

Cheryl Lynn

February 3, 2016

My sincere condolences to the family. May the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time. Remember that he cares for you-1Peter5:7.

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Feb

4

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Friedrichs Funeral Home Inc

320 W Central Rd, Mount Prospect, IL 60056

Feb

5

Visitation

9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

St. Raymond de Penafort Church

Elmhurst Rd. (Rt.83) at Lincoln St., Mt. Prospect, IL

Feb

5

Funeral Mass

10:30 a.m.

St. Raymond de Penafort Church

Elmhurst Rd. (Rt.83) at Lincoln St., Mt. Prospect, IL

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320 W Central Rd, Mount Prospect, IL 60056

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