Ginny Hobbs Willhite Kerr
October 28, 1943 ~ May 28, 2023
Ginny Hobbs Willhite Kerr, 79, Mooresville, passed away May 28, 2023. Ginny was born October 28, 1943, in Long Beach, California, to the late Woodrow and Juanita (Joerendt) Hobbs. She was married to the late Jim S. Kerr for 29 years before his death in 2013.
She graduated from Thomas Carr Howe High School in 1962. Ginny was a bookkeeper professionally and worked for State Auto, the Alyn Company and for Steak & Shake prior to her retirement. Ginny was a strong Christian and was a faithful member of the First United Methodist Church, Mooresville. She was also a part of the church’s United Methodist Women, quilting group, and the Henderson Mission Team. She was an avid and accomplished crafter who enjoyed sewing, quilting, needlework, and crocheting. She will be remembered for her servant’s heart – she was the consummate caregiver who was always caring for others, whether it be a friend, neighbor, or family member. Above all, Ginny was strongly devoted to her family and greatly enjoyed being a grandma and attending as many of her grandchildren’s events as possible.
Survivors include her children, Doug Kerr, Marci (Brent) Evenson, Jayne (Jeff) McAllister, Rob (Sally) Kerr, Tricia (Bob) Longo, Julie (Randy) Sanders, and Tammie (Mike) Vanderipe; 18 grandchildren; ten great grandchildren.
Ginny’s Life Celebration® Visitation and Funeral Service will be held at the First United Methodist Church, 900 Indianapolis Road, Mooresville. Visitation will be Friday, June 2, 2023, 2 to 4 p.m., followed by the funeral service at 4 p.m. Cremation will follow services, and inurnment will take place in White Lick Cemetery. Carlisle – Branson Funeral Service & Crematory is serving the family. Visit www.CarlisleBranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.
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Julie, my dear friend. My heart, prayers and deepest condolences to you and your beautiful family.
Psalm 34:18 The Lord is close to the broken hearted
Gramma Ginny, you will be always remembered for you intentional gift of hospitality. Chocolate chip cookies, clean sheets, and coffee in the morning. You were the mother I needed. The Gramma my kids needed, and the partner my dad needed. Thank you. Love you, and see you later! 💚
I do not have many good childhood memories but the ones I do have and cherish, are the ones I spent over at my Aunt Ginny’s house. We would have sleepovers in her basement and I remember those times to be happy times. Aunt Ginny had a beautiful smile, laugh and gave great hugs. She also made a mean tuna salad sandwich. I loved spending time with my cousins, Julie and Tammy. Aunt Ginny let us be kids! Love you Aunt Ginny. 😪🥰
Ginny, we miss your smiling face and fun-natured, encouraging spirit. You have your victory now in Heaven. Happy that you are back with Jim again. Much love to your family during this time.
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Ginny came into my fathers life and gave him the love and support he needed. Life was not always easy for my father and Ginny was his rock, her sewing was impeccable, and she did make the best chocolate chip cookies. Each of us have our own life journey to take never knowing where the path will lead. Ginny was a fighter to the end showing that one should never give up. Physically you are no longer with us but your spirit lives on in all of us. May you now rest in peace and pain free knowing you made a difference in many.
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Oh my warm friend, I miss you so much. We shared a lot over the last 25 years, and I was away when you passed. You and Jim were supportive of Marsh and I during our journey through the transplant. I with you when you lost Jim. We have shared such good warm times together in the Henderson team journeys and in our weekly quilt time together. Our C times hit at the same time too. I was visiting in Ga, when you went to Heaven, didn’t know you had gone to Heaven. I loved you my friend, you are pain free now, and laughing with Jim. Our Glory, you have made it❤️🙏
My mom Maggie Overpeck who went to church with Ginny and became friends with her wanted to let you know how very sorry to hear of your loved ones passing. Your family will be in her thoughts and prayers.