Mighton Funeral Home LTD.
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Ayton, Durham, Elmwood, Chesley and surrounding areas since 1984.
Donald Howard Kerr, of Hanover passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 27, 2026 in his 92nd year at the Village Seniors Community.
Don lived in Hanover for most of his life and many will remember him from his time working at IGA and A&P as a meat cutter. He was a dedicated volunteer fireman with the Hanover Fire Department.
Remembered by his children Barb (John) Stevenson, Dawn (Harold) Heibein and Dan (Susie) Kerr. Loved poppa of nine and eleven great grandchildren and one great great grandchild. Fondly remembered by his siblings Karen Waechter, Elaine Kerr, (Karen), Larry Kerr and his nieces, nephews and their families. Predeceased by his parents Howard and Susan (nee Greenwood) Kerr, beloved wife Shirley (nee Weis) (2004), grandson Devon (2021), sister "Tootsie" Verna (Louis) Whaling, brothers Murray (Margaret) Kerr, Gary Kerr, and in laws Joe Waechter, and Margaret Kerr.
Cremation has taken place and a Memorial Graveside Service will be held on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at 11:00 am. Inurnment in Hanover Cemetery. All are welcome. Please feel free to bring your lawn chairs.
Special thanks to the Staff of The Village LTC for the excellent care and compassion that was shown to Dad over the past 10 months and to Drs. Lassaline and Eckensweiler for their excellent care.
Memorial donations to the Hanover Fire Department, CMHA, Hanover Hospital or to the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy. Arrangements entrusted to the care of Mighton Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.mightonfuneralhome.ca
Our sincere condolences to the Kerr family. Art, Rick and Sandra Proud
- Rick ProudDan, and family, so very sorry for your loss. May his memory be a blessing at this difficult time.
- Sue RathOur thoughts are with you during this very difficult time. Cherish the wonderful memories of your Dad, Grandpa & Great Grandpa and brother. Don will be forever in your hearts. Hugs Barb,
- Carol (Jagelewski) & Norbert SpitzigOur sympathy on the loss of your loved òne.
- Bob & Dolores BohnertSo sorry for your loss. Uncle Don was always quick to recognize us as family when we were visiting Gramps (Larry) and to tell us a few stories.
- Amanda GebhardtDan, Sue and family,
My sincere condolences on the passing of your father. Wishing you peace and love from my family to yours.
barb and dawn i'm so sorry for your loss don was a lovely man i always loved talking to him
- geraldine mcinnisSending our condolences. Wayne and Glenda Kerr
- WayneOur heartfelt condolences to the family. Loved the man as a colleague and a mentor He will be missed
- Ken D YostSad to hear. My condolences. Don was an interesting & well-- regarded member of our morning coffee group for several years. He's been missed.
- Peter HamblyOur deepest sympathy to you Barb and John and your entire families. It is hard to loose a parent and hang onto the beautiful memories
- Karen K Switzer and Jim Seifried
