KERR,
Michael James Samuel:
Passed peacefully after a courageous battle on 7th April 2021, surrounded by his loving family. Much loved husband of Heather and the late Francie. Adored dad of Deborah and Stephen Clough; Leeanne and Alistair Presland; Tania; Paula and Jeremy; Brendan and Vicky; Laureen and Brendan Hammersley. A very proud grandfather of Jamie and Tahnee, Kieran and Olivia, Marissa and Regan, Jenna and Dan, Kerry and Kristy, Ethan and J.P, Daniel, Ilana, Elysse, Olivia, Bailey, Nathan and Caleb, and a cherished great-grandad of Alexia, Avalon, Madeleine, Matilda and the two new little ones arriving in Spring. The family would sincerely like to thank Taranaki Hospice, Maida Vale and the wonderful nursing staff at Woodrow Grove Hospital. In lieu of flowers, a donation to Hospice Taranaki would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to the Kerr family can be sent to C/- PO Box 218, Stratford 4352 or heavenaddress.com. Rosary prayers will be recited at Deborah's home, Friday, 9th April, at 6.00pm. Dad's last party will take place at the Catholic Church of the Immaculate Conception, Miranda Street, Stratford, on Saturday, 10th April, at 11.00am. Followed by interment at the Kopuatama Cemetery, Stratford.

Published in Taranaki Daily News from Apr. 8 to Apr. 10, 2021