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Alvin J. Kerr

May 8, 1945 — October 29, 2024

Alvin John Kerr, 79, of Freeport, IL, died Tuesday October 29, 2024. He was born May 8, 1945 in East Chicago, IN, the son of Alvin Del and Ida Mae (Wiley) Kerr. Alvin married Mary M. Evans August 1, 1973 in Grand Rapids, MN. Alvin worked as an aircraft mechanic a Heartzog Aviation for 30 years. He served his country in the United States Air Force. He was a member of Evergreen Lodge #170, Valley of Freeport Scottish Rite 32nd degree, ABATE, and the Stephenson County Antique Engine Club. He enjoyed teaching dancing and clogging, riding his Harley, making knives, and having coffee with friends.


Alvin is survived by his wife, Mary Kerr of Freeport, IL; sons, Steven (Heather) Kerr and Joseph (Melody) Kerr; and three grandchildren, Bryce, Alexa, and Jaxson Kerr.


Alvin was preceded in death by two sisters.


A Masonic service will be 2:00 PM Thursday November 7, 20204 at Burke-Tubbs Funeral Home in Freeport. Visitation will be from noon until

the time of service.

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Thursday, November 7, 2024

12:00 - 2:00 pm (Central time)

Burke Tubbs Funeral Home - Freeport

504 North Walnut Avenue, Freeport, IL 61032

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Thursday, November 7, 2024

2:00 - 2:30 pm (Central time)

Burke Tubbs Funeral Home - Freeport

504 North Walnut Avenue, Freeport, IL 61032

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