Kevin Wilmer Burr

1954-2024

 

    Kevin Wilmer Burr, 69 of Keokuk, IA passed away Thursday, August 15, 2024 under hospice care, with his family by his side.

     Kevin was born on December 9, 1954 in Stamford, CT the son of William E. and Myrle R. Burr.  He grew up in Stamford and West Redding, CT and graduated from Joel Barlow High School. He lived in Connecticut and raised his family until moving to North Dakota in 1992 where he lived until moving to Keokuk in 2018.

     Over the years, many of his jobs included being a cook and caring for others as a licensed CNA at various facilities. 

     Kevin was a loving and caring man with an awesome sense of humor.  His interests and passions included caring for animals, wildlife, cooking and assisting others.

     He is survived by one daughter, Jennifer Burr Lord, four granddaughters, three grandsons, and one great-granddaughter.  He is also survived by a sister, Kathleen Burr Robinson (Ralph), a brother, Laurence Burr, a niece, Cynthia Burr, a nephew, Dean Robinson, four great-nephews and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

     He was preceded in death by his son, David W. Burr and his parents. 

     A memorial service will be held at a later date. 

     Memorials in memory of Kevin may be made to the Keokuk Veterinary Hospital 1325 Johnson Street Keokuk, Iowa to spay or neuter stray cats.

      The Vigen Memorial Home in Keokuk, IA is assisting the family with arrangements.

     Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.vigenmemorialhome.com