Wayne Kerr
October 3, 1937 ~ October 17, 2023
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Wayne Kerr, 86, of Fargo passed away on Tuesday, October 17th, 2023 at St. Catherine North in Fargo ND.
Wayne was born on October 3rd, 1937 in Fargo to Gunnar and Birdie Kerr. He graduated high school at Fargo Central in 1955. After high school, he enrolled and attended NDSU for one year while working at West Fargo Sheyenne Lanes. In 1957, he was offered a job at Red River Lanes in Fargo which began his 37-year career managing and owning bowling centers in the Fargo-Moorhead area. This led Wayne to meet the love of his life, Sharon Discher. Sharon purchased a bowling ball from Red River Lanes, and he personally delivered it so he could ask her on a date. They were married on May 16th, 1964. Wayne and Sharon were blessed with two daughters, Julie and Jodi.
In 1970, Wayne and Sharon started Wayne Trophies and worked alongside each other for the next 25 years. They were very proud of the success of their business and how well known it became in the area.
Wayne was an accomplished bowler and in 1960 scored one of the first 700 series in the city. In 2000, he was inducted into the Fargo-Moorhead Bowling Hall of Fame which was a very proud moment for him.
He was an avid golfer and car enthusiast. Wayne golfed in many tournaments throughout his life and was a proud member of the Red River Valley Senior Men’s Golf Tour. Wayne was a charter member of the Toppers Car Club and enjoyed displaying his custom cars at the shows. He was also known throughout the Toppers Car Club as the creator of the seven-foot trophy for the annual winner.
Wayne is survived by his daughters, Julie (Curt) Grant of Fargo, Jodi (Craig) Hanson of Fargo, his four grandchildren, Amanda and Benson Grant and Katie and Cole Hanson. His brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Neil and Diane Heier of Harwood ND and Jack and Ruth Discher of Fargo, along with six nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Sharon, his parents Gunnar and Birdie Kerr, his sister Betty Lavold, his brother-in-law Jack Lavold and his mother-in-law and father-in-law Hubert and Anna Discher.
Services
Visitation - Tuesday: October 24, 2023 9:00 am
Boulger Funeral Home and Celebration of Life Center
123 10th Street S.
Fargo, North Dakota 58103
701-237-6441
www.boulgerfuneralhome.com
Funeral Service - Tuesday: October 24, 2023 10:00 am
Boulger Funeral Home and Celebration of Life Center
123 10th Street S.
Fargo, North Dakota 58103
701-237-6441
www.boulgerfuneralhome.com
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Very sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing; an outstanding first Boss for me in my working career, a great mentor and a gentle soul. I am sure that Sharon is glad that you have joined her; you two were meant to be together. Our thoughts and prayers are with Julie, Jodi and their families.
Wayne took a chance on a 16 year old back in 1973, and opened the door for learning about people and business in general. He was a mentor who took me under his wing, was my bowling coach, and a golfing buddy. Kelley and I have Julie, Jody and their families in our thoughts and prayers.
Julie and Jodi, I remember how supportive and helpful both your parents were back in your danceline days at Fargo North. They were so proud of ‘their girls’. Looking back they were what parents strive to be…loving and supportive. Share lots and lots of stories and memories. My sympathy to you and your family.