David Scott "Poppy" Kerr
November 18, 1952 ~ September 5, 2024
ROCKY MOUNT – David Scott “Poppy” Kerr, age 71, passed away on Thursday, September 5, 2024. Born in Riverside, NJ on November 18, 1952, he was the son of the late Earl Scott Kerr and Helen Leslie Kee Kerr. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Leslie Moldowski.
David is survived by his wife of 39 years, Sandra Rainier Kerr; his daughter, Jennifer Marter; his grandchildren, Jenna, Jeffery, and Kodie; his brother, Bruce Kerr (Terry); his cousin, Paul Heinricks (Joan); and his best friends, Ann and Donald Cammus and Lusella and Otis Hargrove.
A Private Family Memorial Service to celebrate David’s life will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in David’s name to the Deborah Heart and Lung Center, 212 Trenton Road, Browns Mills, NJ 08015.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
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Cheri & I are heartbroken to hear of David’s passing.
When I first arrived on Schisler Drive in Florence, NJ, David & Sandy welcomed me with open arms onto the block, into the neighborhood and as an extended member of their family. Driving David to PHL airport for business trips to Germany, Friday night Pizza dinners (always a “Wire Worker” with drinks served “simultaneously”) @ Sandors in Roebling, Sunday suppers family style (their place or ours), to grilling & chilling with regularity…times spent together were truly the very best of times!
Decades & miles separated us but a bond remained. David was a towering figure in my life during the 90’s. Tonight, a toast is in order to honor my very good friend (“InverHouse” of course).
Michael & Cheri Bohonko
Cheri & Michael,
I just saw your post—thank you so much. David truly loved spending time with you both. We shared so many wonderful moments together, and he cherished every one of them. He was always happy to talk with you, especially on his way to the airport—that’s why he often asked for a ride.
When we moved away from the neighborhood, it felt like we also drifted apart from the conversations and visits we used to enjoy. David often asked if I’d heard from you.
We were so glad to see you at Ann & Donald’s—it meant a lot. I only wish we had stayed in closer touch.
Just wanted to tell you that I moved back to NJ from NC in November. Jenna (granddaughter) and I have an apartment on Broad Street. She moved in with me because she didn’t want me to be alone. Maybe we can reach out to one another. (dave.sandy@comcast.net)