John Russell Kerr, age 59 of Rhinelander, died Monday, July 12, 2021. He was born March 27, 1962, in Pleasant Plain, Ohio to Oscar and Lois (Ward) Kerr.

John served in the Army 21 years, including during Desert Storm, in Somalia and Bosnia. He received the Bronze Star for his service in Desert Storm, among many other commendations.

He is survived by his wife, Sue (Musson) Kerr; son, John Kerr II; mother, Lois Kerr Lay; stepdaughters, Tammy (Michael) Mueller and Brenda (Brian) Lindgren; five grandchildren; sister, Becky (Bart) Randolph; brother, Dustin Kerr; other family and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Oscar; sister, Sheila; and mother-in-law, Linnette Musson.

A memorial service was held July 19. (Carlson Funeral Home)