Obituary of Rodney Allen Kerr

Rodney Allen Kerr

Rodney Allen Kerr, of Joliet, IL, and formerly Morris, IL, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, February 26, 2024. He was born on September 14, 1960, in Olathe, KS, to the late Patrick and Maris Kerr. Rod was a graduate of Morris Community High School, Class of 1978. After high school, he joined the chemical operators union, Local No. 894C, retiring at the age of 61 after 43 years of dedicated service. He was a member of the Rochester, IN. Moose Lodge #1107.

As a young man, Rod was very active with Grundy County 4H, and he enjoyed showing horses. Once he became a father, he greatly enjoyed taking part in his kid's activities, especially coaching sports. Rod enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and attending their events, traveling with Sharon, deer hunting, and boating on Lake Manitou in Rochester, IN. He could also be found antiquing and attending auctions, but he was most fond of following his favorite sports teams, Notre Dame Fighting Irish, Chicago Cubs, and Bears. Rod was an accomplished runner and he completed the Chicago Marathon twice.

Rod is survived by his life partner of 23 years, Sharon Allport; his children, Justin (Lindsey) Kerr, Kyle Kerr, and Sarah (Jake Offermann) Kerr; his brothers, Mark and Pat Kerr; and former wife and mother of his children, Paula Stiegler. His greatest gift in life was becoming a Papa to his three grandchildren, Preston and Hadlee Kerr, and Landen Kerr.

He is preceded in death by his parents; and brothers, Mike and Scott Kerr

All friends and relatives are invited to celebrate Rodney's life on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, with visitation from 3:00 p.m. until the time of service at 8:00 p.m. at the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 1201 W. Route 6 (at Deerpath Drive) in Morris.

For more information, please call 815-942-5040 or visit his Memorial Tribute page at www.fredcdames.com where you can share a favorite memory or leave a condolence.