Colonel John B. Kerr Jr.'s obituary , Passed away on October 25, 2025 in Redlands, California

Colonel John B. Kerr Jr.

May 30, 1932 - October 25, 2025 (93 years old)

Redlands, California

Colonel John B. Kerr Jr.'s obituary , Passed away on October 25, 2025 in Redlands, California

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Emmerson-Bartlett Memorial Chapel

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Colonel John B. Kerr Jr.

May 30, 1932 - October 25, 2025 (93 years old)

Redlands, California

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John B. Kerr Jr. Obituary

We bid farewell to John B. Kerr Jr. of Redlands, California, born in Englewood, New Jersey, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on October 25, 2025 at the age of 93. John touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

Though John has departed this earthly realm, his legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May his spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.

He is survived by: his wife Barbara; his son Kerr (Grace) of Fayetteville, AR; his stepsons, Steve Haskins (Kathleen) of San Bernardino, CA and John Haskins (Kathryn) of Redlands, CA; and his grandchildren, Ross, Ryan Kerr of Fayetteville, Amanda and Bryan Haskins of Highland. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the American Cancer Society or the charity of your choice.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Emmerson-Bartlett Memorial Chapel



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Nov 18

Visitation

Emmerson-Bartlett Memorial Chapel
703 Brookside Ave, Redlands, CA 92373

Tue

Nov 18

Funeral service

Emmerson-Bartlett Memorial Chapel
703 Brookside Ave, Redlands, CA 92373

Tue

Nov 18

Burial

Riverside National Cemetery
22495 Van Buren Boulevard, Riverside, CA 92518

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