James R. "Bob" Kerr, 78, of Carmichaels, Pa., passed away on Monday, October 11, 2021 in his home due to heart complications. He was born June 13, 1943 in Waynesburg, Pa., a son of the late James Allan "Jake" and Louise (Baily) Kerr. Bob was a member of the Cumberland Township High School Class of 1961. After high school, he worked for Pevarnik Brothers Dairy Farm. In 1969, Bob graduated from the Pennsyvania State Police Academy and served as a trooper for 25 years. From 1969 until 1975, he was a member of the Pennsylvania State Police rodeo team and served on the mounted detail until retirement. After retirement, Bob enjoyed hunting and trapping and was a 4-H leader. He also spent his time working on his farm raising cattle, sheep and crops with his family. Bob also found time to help his neighbors when they needed help. He was involved in helping all of his children begin and operate their businesses. On May 3, 1969, Bob married Sue Ann Miller, who survives. Also surviving are a son, Glenn Kerr of Greensburg, Pa.; two daughters, Judy Workman and Nancy Kerr, DVM, both of Carmichaels; three grandchildren, Levi Kerr, Regan Kerr and Aleah Kerr; a brother, Richard Kerr (Kathy) of Carmichaels; a brother-in-law, William G. Miller of Waltersburg, Pa. and several nieces and nephews. Deceased are a daughter, Jodi L. Kerr; a sister, Beverly Kerr who died in infancy and a son-in-law, Hank Workman.

Family and friends are welcome from 2 to 8 P.M. on Thursday in the Yoskovich Funeral Home, Carmichaels, Pa. The funeral service will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Friday, October 15, 2021 at the Greene Valley Presbyterian Church, 104 E. Greene St., Carmichaels. The Rev. P. Keith Larson and Rev. Donald Wilson will officiate. Interment will follow at Laurel Point Cemetery, Carmichaels with honors accorded by the Pennsylvania State Police. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the Greene Valley Presbyterian Church, PO Box 363, Carmichaels, PA 15320.