Monday, December 9, 2024
Kathleen, Billy, David, Bob & Family
“Madame Kerr”, as I have always addressed your mother, the sweetest lady one could ever know.
I was blessed to have her cross my path in my early 20’s when I was just starting university with the goal of someday becoming a dentist.
Many a day she was such an encouragement to me. Always listening to every detail with the right words of encouragement. It was not just what she would say, but how she said it, the intelligence, the generous attitude, the comical sense of humour, and the lasting statement that would stick with you for months.
At every one of my visits through my 8 university years, she would always have fresh chocolate chip cookies ready for me. Oh, what stories she would share, I was truly blessed to have known her and receive some guidance from her.
When she moved to Fredericton and I became her dentist, again, at every visit she would bring chocolate cookies, always some to share with the staff.
With her, life was always good, “stick to common sense, kindness and humour” was the message. I wouldn’t be the person I am today if not for crossing her path.
I should add, forever will I be grateful to have been a small part of the Kerr family, Mr. Kerr, Billy, David, Kathleen & Bob. I learned from you that there is no such thing as social status, just treat everybody like family, always with a sense of humour and a smile.
My deepest condolences to the Kerr family and extended family. May the memories bring you comfort and leave a smile on your faces.
Now she is sitting next to our lord, your father and sharing funny stories.
Sincerely
Dr. Jean-Guy Violette & the staff at the Fredericton Dental Centre
