Samuel William “Billy” Kerr, 37, of Wintersville, OH died June 11, 2015 at U.P.M.C. He was born March 27, 1978 in Steubenville, Ohio. Billy was employed by Jefferson County Juvenile Court as a probation officer. He was a member of Jefferson County Sportsmans Club and an officer of Arthur Pugh Foundation.
Billy is survived by his wife Rachel M. Decker Kerr; daughter Madison Margaret Kerr; son Samuel Hayes Kerr; parents Judge Samuel W. & Emily R. Hayes Kerr of Bloomingdale, Ohio; sisters Laurie LaRue & Melinda (Jack) Humphreys; nephews Robert Smith, Justen Humphreys & Alex LaRue; nieces Laurianne Smith & Kaylee LaRue; and his in-laws.
Friends may call at Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, 215 Fernwood Road, Wintersville, Ohio on Sunday 1-3 & 6-8 p.m. and on Monday from 9 a.m. until the time of services at 10 a.m. with Rev. Fr. Steven McKeown officiating. Burial at East Springfield Cemetery.
Memorials may be directed to Arthur Pugh Foundation, 235 Harvard Blvd., Steubenville, OH 43952.
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02/11/2025
Slee Bee
I love you Billy. The 8 years we spent together will never be forgotten. I think about you often. You had a beautiful soul and I know its going to live on.
09/03/2024
brian
09/03/2024
Karen Davis Newstead
I am the daughter of Emily's aunt, Leona Hayes Davis. Although I didn't know her son, I wish I had after reading all the condolences. I can't imagine the pain and suffering you're going through right now, Emily and Sam and the rest of the family, but am praying for God's peace and comfort for you now. God bless you. Karen Davis Newstead, Campbell, California
09/03/2024
Expression of Sympathy
A SWEET AND WARM REMEMBRANCE PEDESTAL ARRANGEMENT was sent on June 14, 2015
Mr. Mrs. Kerr,
I am so sorry for your loss. I only wish that I lived closer so that I could attend to show my respect and appreciation for the great friends and neighbors you always had been we lived directly behind you in Crestview. You all will be in my prayers and thoughts.
Bert Scalzo Jr.
09/03/2024
Chad, Aric, & Jason Lemaster and Karen Kassimer
09/03/2024
Dea Rock
Billy was a joy to be around. He could always make me laugh. Such a wonderful young man. Many wonderful memories that will last forever. Kerr family......I can't even imagine your pain and loss but know he was loved,; our prayers and thoughts are with you. Rest in peace Billy
09/03/2024
Rob and Dea rock
09/03/2024
Bert Scalzo Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. Kerr,You have my deepest sympathy on your unimaginable loss. While I only really knew William as an infant, I was extremely fond of the entire Kerr family - especially Melinda with whom I rode dirt bikes. I hope and pray that the good Lord helps you through these difficult times.Bert Scalzo Jr.
09/03/2024
Ron Zackey
May GOD bless and comfort your wife and children. To to young. See you where the phesant fly.
09/03/2024
Connie Coss
Judge and Mrs. Kerr - I am so sorry for your loss. I only worked with Billy for a short time but he seemed very nice. My thoughts are with you.
09/03/2024
Jacob M. Yeager
09/03/2024
Terry, Madelyn, Brandie, Shannon
Our condolences to the family. We cannot express how very sorry we are for your loss. May God give you strength Sam and Emily.
09/03/2024
Trisha Lindsay
I am so saddened to hear of the untimely passing of Billy. I extend my deepest condolences, and prayers of comfort during this painful time.
09/03/2024
Trisha Lindsay
09/03/2024
Nanci Sullivan and Patti Gosney
Dear Emily, Laurie & Family,Please accept our deepest sympathy for your tremendous loss. We understand there are no words that can be expressed to provide comfort at this devastating time but our prayers and our thoughts are with all of you. Hold on to each other.
09/03/2024
Joe & Lisa Bruzzese
Sam & Emily,Words cannot express the sympathy that we feel for you.
09/03/2024
Jo Ann Brettell Dunham
Dear Sam and Emily, I am deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Sympathies and prayers to the entire family.
09/03/2024
Lori Purviance
09/03/2024
Bev Dzvonick
Dear Sam Emily and Family my heart is breaking for your loss . Watching Billy grow from a young boy to a grown man with children he adored made my heart happy . Will always remember his kind spirit and compassion not all people his age have. Will always think of your family as the most wonderful neighbors . Hugs and prayers to you all ALWAYS .
09/03/2024
Frank & Bev Dzvonick
09/03/2024
Larry and Jody Pownall
09/03/2024
Gus and Marjean Huber
We are so saddened to hear of Billy's death. It is difficult to lose your son in the prime of his life. Please accept our sincerest thoughts and prayers for the entire family
09/03/2024
Jami French Karjala
It is a profound loss to hear that someone of my youth has passed. My heart aches for your family. I will keep you all in my prayers. Love to all.
Sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers.
09/03/2024
the haysler family
My deepest sympathy to all of your families in this time of sorrow. I only knew Bill for a few years and he was a great guy and friend to all he met.
09/03/2024
Dottie&Bob Birch
09/03/2024
marion figgs
emily: sending you thoughts and prayers for u and your family. godspeed
09/03/2024
marion figgs
09/03/2024
Susan Marker Young
09/03/2024
Ed and Janie Wittmer
Our deepest sympathy to the entier Kerr family.
09/03/2024
Ed and Janie Wittmer
09/03/2024
Amiee Doan Byers
09/03/2024
The Robinsons-David, Julie, Sam, & Aaron
09/03/2024
Mary Johnston Casale
Sam and Emily, I'm so very sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
09/03/2024
Ryan Lewis
My deepest condolences to the Kerr family. Billy was an incredible man and a lifelong friend. His presence always lit up the room! My prayers go out to you all. Heaven gained a saint.
09/03/2024
Ryan Lewis
09/03/2024
Joyce A. Abdalla & Family
Judge Samuel Kerr & Family - So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
09/03/2024
Aaron "Moose" Morgan
Emily and Sam, I'm tremendously sorry for your loss. I pray that the warm thoughts and memories you have of Billy, and those written in these pages by so many that had the pleasure of knowing him, bring you comfort. My biggest memories with Billy are, of course, from soccer. We spent a lot of time on the field during games, practices, etc. He was always an enjoyable person to have as a teammate, and as a friend. My deepest sympathies to you and your family. -Moose
09/03/2024
Aaron Morgan
09/03/2024
Sean Stoll and family
Billy was such a great friend and person. He always went out of his way to talk to everyone. He will be missed everyone but heaven has gained a special person.
09/03/2024
Sean Stoll
09/03/2024
George and Connie Sergakis
Our sincerest sympathies. May his memory be eternal.
09/03/2024
George and Connie Sergakis
09/03/2024
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A THE COLOR OF MEMORIES TABLE ARRANGEMENT was ordered on June 14, 2015
09/03/2024
Brandi Addison
09/03/2024
Deanne Lowe Magolis
09/03/2024
Shannon James
I am so sorry to hear this tragic news... I am numb. Billy was a very good friend to me and I always held our relationship close to my heart. He was a wonderful boyfriend for the 6 years we spent together and after that our friendship remained.. I am so sad to hear this. Emily and Sam please contact me if you need anything. I LOVE YOU ALL SO MUCH! ❤
09/03/2024
Robert June
My prayers are you and your family. I am so sorry.
09/03/2024
Robert June
09/03/2024
Dana Ighnat
09/03/2024
Karen Petrosky
09/03/2024
Tara Dzvonick
09/03/2024
Susan Mead
Dear Sam and Emily and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for all.
09/03/2024
Shannon James
09/03/2024
Deanne Lowe Magolis
My heart breaks for your family. Billy was a great friend and I have many wonderful memories of him from childhood into high school. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
09/03/2024
Jeff and Joyceann King
09/03/2024
Wendy Cassada (Huber)
09/03/2024
Jason - Tera Whanger, Alyssa, Julia & Billy. Prayers..
09/03/2024
the Giffin family
09/03/2024
Renee Kunzler Brothers
My heart breaks for the whole family. He was a wonderful person.
09/03/2024
Jayme Rock-Willoughby
I know there are no words that can be said to help ease the pain and suffering you are feeling. Please know that Billy was a wonderful person and friend, and he will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
09/03/2024
Jayme Rock-Willoughby
09/03/2024
Shanna Stacy
09/03/2024
Heather Nessler
Prayers to Billy's family. Such a great person that will be missed by so many people.
09/03/2024
Heather Nessler
09/03/2024
Aaron Newman
Billy was a rarity in this world. Kind soul, generous heart, and one of the funniest people I ever had the honor to be around. While we didn't grow up together, he still felt like a brother. He was just a flat-out great guy. My sincere condolences to the entire Kerr family. Billy will never be forgotten.
09/03/2024
Dezarae Dowdle Conn
09/03/2024
Brandie James Petras
My heart breaks for the entire Kerr Family- He was a selfless person who was taken way too soon- he was the guy that made you laugh when you needed it- supported you in your goals- he had the biggest heart inside and out- and was loved by all that had the privilege to come in contact with him- More than anything he loved, adored and respected his family- family always meant the world to him- He will always be remembered with having the biggest heart inside and out! This news is devastating- his life was taken way to soon- my heart- love goes out to his family- sending all my love- positive energy and prayers your way- what an amazing, person that I and anyone that knew him should be so ever grateful to have had in our life....Love and prayers to all... Will always love you xoxo. Forever....
09/03/2024
The Cable Family on June 12,2015
09/03/2024
Brandie James Petras
09/03/2024
Judge David E Henderson
Sam and Emily, I am so sorry to read this. I am out of town and don't think I will be able to make calling hours, but know that I am thinking of you at this time.
09/03/2024
Dakota Thunder 🐶
09/03/2024
The MIchalos Family
09/03/2024
Bill & Bunny Whanger
09/03/2024
John and Lisa Young
09/03/2024
The Sutton family
09/03/2024
Bonnie Nicholson in memory of Jeff McGrath
09/03/2024
Kelly (Marsh) Crosby
Praying for God's peace and comfort to cover your entire family. Billy will be missed by so many. I vividly remember seeing him with his daughter last fall as she ran house to house getting candy in her costume. Billy was smiling as he watched her and I remember thinking he seemed to really enjoy being a dad. There are so many high school memories that come flooding back when I think of him. I'm so sorry for your loss.
09/03/2024
Amy Ferancy (Cable)
09/03/2024
Kelly (Marsh) Crosby
09/03/2024
Chris Findlay
09/03/2024
Mark and Julie Decker
09/03/2024
Lynde Riggs
09/03/2024
Rachel Longo
09/03/2024
Rae Clark
Emily and Sam, I am so very sorry.
09/03/2024
Richard and Micki Cline and family
09/03/2024
Samantha (Orban) Shear
09/03/2024
Melinda "Carducci" Kaczmarek
My heart is breaking for the entire Kerr family. So sorry for your loss. Billy was a GREAT friend- he will be missed by many!
09/03/2024
Melinda Carducci
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