Rodney McOuat Kerr

KERR, RODNEY McOUAT FCIS March 5, 1937 – January 1, 2024

After a brief illness, Rod died at the age of 86. He was born in Montreal to the late Clive and Gertrude Kerr (McOuat). He was predeceased by his brother, Garry Kerr (Medy). Rod was the beloved husband, best friend and crossword puzzle partner to Lois (nee Doig). Proud father to Peter Kerr, Andrea Register (Chip) and Deirdre Kerr. Fun loving Grandpa to Colleen Cowan (Carson) Lesley Kerr (Scott Driscoll) Madelaine Register, Peter “The Peedge” Kerr and Bridget Gingras. Emperor to great-granddaughters Charlotte and Claire.Cousin to many in Toronto, Quebec and out west. Brother in law to David Doig (Gloria) and uncle to Ted Doig and Lexa Shanks (Michael, Tatiana, Mia and Sam). Rod was a very respected investment counsellor in the financial community, honing his skills for 20 years at Wood Gundy leaving to become a partner of Laketon Investment Management. In retirement he enjoyed carpentry, gardening and most of all reading.He was a long term member of St. Mark’s Presbyterian Church. He was a proud Canadian Monarchist. Sero Sed Serio

A service will be held at St. Mark’s at 1 Greenland Road in Toronto from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, January 27, followed by a reception.

Obituary from The Toronto Star — January 6, 2024