Wm. James (Jim) Kerr

KERR, Wm. James (Jim) – It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of William James Kerr (known as Jim to his family and Jake to his friends), who died peacefully on April 21, 2026, at the age of 73 after a brief battle with cancer.

Jim was born on August 21, 1952, in Guelph, ON.  Jim was a beloved husband, son, brother, uncle and friend, known for his kindness, gentleness, and mischievousness – seen through the twinkle in his blue eyes. Jim was deeply committed to his wife Diane (Dupuis) Kerr who shared a life with him for 35 years.  He was a lifelong resident of the Puslinch, ON area, but spent a number of years in Calgary, Alberta working with cattle, and taking opportunities to camp in the mountains.  He loved his garden and had plans for his tomato plants this spring.  Jim was a truck driver at heart and loved to go for a drive to see the countryside.  He also loved to spend time outdoors, hunting, pruning trees, and puttering in his shop.  Jim leaves a lasting impact on all who knew him.

Jim is survived by his wife Diane Kerr, his son- and daughter-in-law Marc and Kim Dupuis, his siblings Bea (John) Henderson, Kathie (Larry) Davidson, Janette (Graham) Wood, and John (Gail) Kerr, and his nieces and nephews – Amanda (Andrew) Atkinson, Talitha (Tim) Metcalfe, Tara (Kevin)Tawse, James (Robin) Wood, Chris (Mallory) Henderson, John (Trish) Kerr, and Jenny Davidson.  He will also be deeply missed by his best friend Bill Allen as well as many great-nieces and nephews, including Josie – who he referred to as his “little princess.”  Jim is predeceased by his parents William (Bill) and Mary Kerr. 

At Jim’s request, cremation has taken place and a small gathering will be held by the family. Arrangements entrusted to the WALL-CUSTANCE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL 519-822-0051 / www.wallcustance.com.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or Hospice Wellington, in honour of Jim’s memory. 

He will be dearly missed by his family, friends and the community. 

A tree will be planted in memory of Wm. James (Jim) Kerr in the Wall-Custance Memorial Forest.