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Carson Charles Kerr, age 89 of Athens, Alabama, died Thursday, June 18, 2020 at his residence.

Mr. Kerr was born August 19, 1930 in Limestone County, he was a member of Oakland Church of Christ in Athens. He was retired from Ford Motor Company, a US Army Veteran of The Korean Conflict, a avid Bluegrass picker, one of the founders of the Athens Fiddlers Convention, and continued to serve on the steering Committee.

Services will be 5PM Saturday June 20, 2020 at Spry Funeral Home Chapel, visitation will be from 3pm until service Saturday at funeral home. Burial in Dement Cemetery with Military Honors.

Pallbearers are Nicholas Wright, Seth Kerr, Ian Kerr, Carson Kerr, Grant Gilliam.

Survivors: Sons, Steve (Melinda) Kerr of Athens, Brent (Sue Ann) Kerr of Athens, Andy (Lisa) Kerr of Athens. Daughters, Rita (Tom) Gilliam of Bloomington, IN., Janie (Kenny) Wright of Rogersville, Susie Kerr of Athens. Grandchildren, Nicholas (Tricia) Wright, Ian Kerr, Anna (Josh) Green, Megan (Chan) Kim, Grant Gilliam, Seth Kerr, Sarah Kerr, Carson Kerr. Great Grandchildren, Nolan Green, Ellis Green, Jonathan Kim, David Kim, Owen Wright. Brother, Jerry (Mary Ann) Kerr of Rogersville, Tom (Marjorie) Kerr of Huntsville. Sisters, Verna (Bill) Cowley of Huntsville, Nancy Cooper of Rogersville, Betty (Pete) Kiep of Athens. Several Nieces and Nephews.

Preceded in death by: Parents, Reece & Naomi Kerr, Wife, Rosie Hill Kerr, Brothers, Harry Kerr, Larry Kerr, James Kerr, Jack Kerr, Rodney Kerr, Michael Ray Kerr. Memorials may be made to Alzheimer’s Association

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6 comments

Mike & Gail Alford

2020-08-02 01:33:05

Glad we had the pleasure of meeting Mike! God Bless You’ll;
In our thoughts & prayers! RIP 😇

Joel Carwile

2020-08-04 19:31:40

I loved Big Mike since we were children. I am praying for the entire family. The CARWILE family loves you.

Gerald & Ann Adams

2020-08-05 01:06:39

Much love to Jen, Darren, Brittney, Elsi, Tyler, Emilee, and Drew. Mike was always a spark of sunshine and loved everyone around him. Gerald and I will truly miss Mike and his sweet smile.

Jason and Holly Haley

2020-08-05 12:26:19

I am so thankful for the friendship that Big Mike had with my Uncle Kim and that I had the privilege to meet him. He really helped make a bad day better the day we drove down to clean. And the kindness, laughter and love Big Mike and everyone shared with us during that time is something that will forever stay with me. Praying for you Jennifer and everyone else. Sending love from NC. - Holly Haley(Wells)

Pamela Pylant-Williams

2020-08-05 21:58:12

I’m sorry for your loss and hope that you find comfort in your memories of Michael. God Bless y’all

Steven R Tommie

2020-08-07 23:48:09

Big Mike was like a brother to me. He helped everyone & was always unconditionally kind. His mere presence made the world a better place for all. The battle he fought for so long was not fair. I loved him & I will miss him always. He was a true man among men. Rest In Peace my friend. I am yours, &c.