Memories of GARY DEAN KERR

In memory of

GARY DEAN KERR

Kennewick, WA, USA

June 9, 1968 - February 1, 2021

Jun 9, 1968 - Feb 1, 2021

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Alyssa & Stephen Slater

We are so very sorry for your loss Kim....All you are going through and proving to be a warrior....Your strength and belief in Jesus and God and your friends and family will get you through....You broke my heart reading your last moments with Gary in the hospital....When I lost my dad a year and a half ago you never forget having to walk out of that room without them, or the thankfulness that you could be there beside them all at the same time....I wish you all Gods strength and will pray for you...Love Alyssa Slater❤

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KIMBERLY KERR

The last time I spent with Gary was by his bedside saying my final farewells. The nurses had disconnected everything and his body was slowly shutting down. I had prayed for a miracle but I had also told God that I did not want him to be in pain and suffer. I can't verbally speak so I used my phone text to talk app and told Gary that I loved him and that it was okay to go, I knew his body was failing and that I wanted him to be at peace with Jesus.

I was already crying but when the nurse said he had passed I broke down. I did not want to say goodbye to my wonderful loving funny husband!!! I sat next to him for another hour because I did not want to leave, I knew once I left that I would not get to see him again except in pictures.

I miss him so deeply, he was my heart, my laughter, my rock....he was always there for me and I tried so hard to be there for him and save him.

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Lois Mickelson

You didn't want to see Gary suffer. You put his needs first above the pain you knew you would feel and by... Read more You didn't want to see Gary suffer. You put his needs first above the pain you knew you would feel and by telling him it was okay... Read more You didn't want to see Gary suffer. You put his needs... Read more

Angela Abraham

I’m really sorry for your loss! Gary was a great guy. I had the opportunity to work under him and we had many adventures together for work, so I got to know quite a bit about him. I know he was passionate to help others and he loved the mountains. Gary had a lot of hopes and dreams and I think it is great that he did what he can to pursue them. I know he worked so hard to earn his masters Degree and he was very proud of his accomplishments, as he should be. I also know his love for his family and his dogs. He didn’t do things small, he always cooked the Thanksgiving turkey for our DBT group and he loved to go all out for Christmas in his office. It was a pleasure working under him. He definitely is missed. I am Continuing to pray for the family.

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Craig Hamblin

Gary, You will be Forever missed!

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Louise Kerr

yes, he will..................I was his mom for more years than we can count....I am heartbroken, he accomplished... Read more yes, he will..................I was his mom for more years than we can count....I am heartbroken, he accomplished so much more... Read more yes, he will..................I was his mom for more... Read more

Jeff Lori Uttecht

We remember spending quality time with Gary at Sears! He will certainly be missed! You and your family have our deepest condolences!

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CAROL ROLLER

LOVE...HUGS AND PRAYERS FOR PEACE THROUGH THIS
🙏💜🙏💜🙏💜🙏

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KIMBERLY KERR

2020, Kennewick, WA

This past November we decided to put up our outdoor Christmas decorations early. 2020 had been a crappy year and the past few months since my diagnosis and surgery had been trying so we thought some Christmas cheer early would be nice.
Anyone who has lived in the Tri Cities area knows that we can get some nasty wind around here, anytime of the year. Some of our outdoor decorations have have gotten a beat beaten up over the years from said wind so we were making sure everything was nailed down well.
Michael and Jacob had come over to help string lights in the tree and put up decorations. We got to our angel that lights up , she already leans to the side because of the way she is designed, but this year was even worse for getting her to stand up. Gary said he had an idea and into the garage he went. He came back out with these fishing pole holders that we had designed years ago out of old pieces of rebar, pipe and duct tape. They are ugly but work great if you are fishing along the Columbia and on a bunch of big rocks.
He planted them in the ground, added some zip ties and voila....the angel was standing up and would not go anywhere. He said "Yep, just red necked an angel!" and we all laughed and I said "Wow, that sounds like a bad country song!" and Michael said " Or a really good title for a country song" and we all busted up laughing.
Gary had a great sense of humor and could always make me laugh, even when I didn't want to. It is one of the things I loved the most about him. We could crack each other up over the most trivial things and I have so many memories of joking and laughing with him that I treasure.

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Chris Stewart

That made me smile. That made me smile. That made me smile.

Adele Pomerenke

He taught me how to ride a motorcycle on his bike. ❤ He was so good to Kim and her kids.

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Pat Barrera

My heart goes out to you and your family. May his memory bring you comfort. He was a great man for you Kim. I know how much you loved him, as it showed in your face when you spoke of him.

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Sarah & Josh Hopwood

We are so incredibly sorry for your loss. Your family does not deserve the hardships you have endured. Please reach out if you need anything at all. You are forever in our prayer. Love you Kimbo.

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Sherry Arballo

My condolences to the entire family. May you find comfort and peace. 🙏🙏🙏

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Lois Mickelson

Our sincerest condolences to all of Gary's family and friends who loved him... His passing was so sudden. Sending our love and holding you in our hearts.... Rest in peace Gary.....

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Louise Kerr

Thank you, Lois and Tom. It is unbelievable, such a vital, strong, smart young man and suddenly he is gone.... Read more Thank you, Lois and Tom. It is unbelievable, such a vital, strong, smart young man and suddenly he is gone. Growing up, he was... Read more Thank you, Lois and Tom. It is unbelievable, such ... Read more

Lois Mickelson

Louise, you are so welcome. I know how difficult it is to have your child pass away before us.. You are ... Read more Louise, you are so welcome. I know how difficult it is to have your child pass away before us.. You are so right, no one should... Read more Louise, you are so welcome. I know how difficult it... Read more