J. Russell Kerr, 84, formerly of North Broad St., passed away the morning of Sunday, Dec. 16, 2012, at Jameson Care Center.Born April 15, 1928, in Harlansburg, he was the son of Oliver and Lela Belle Patterson Kerr.He was preceded in death in August 2010 by his wife, Helen Winger Kerr, whom he married Sept. 23, 1978. Previously he was married to Sydney Rodgers Shumaker. She survives.Russell was a graduate of Eastbrook High School.During the Korean War, he served in the Navy.Russell was employed as a salesman with McCandless Ford in Mercer.He enjoyed cars, racing, NASCAR, golf and spending time with his children and grandchildren. He was also an avid Steelers fan.Russell attended First Baptist Church of New Castle.He is survived by daughters and sons-in-law, Rhonda and Dan Wagner of New Castle, Jamie Kerr of New Castle, Kimberly and Rod McCormick of New Castle; four stepdaughters, Sherri and Tim Nesbit of Grove City, Billie and Ron Johnston of Texas, Colleen and Bob Fabry of Grove City, and Stacey and Clyde Saletta of North Carolina; seven grandchildren, Dana and Cody Carlisle, David Presnar,, Kaycee and Tim Aubel, Lisa and J. J. Robertson, Dwayne Presnar, Nicolette and Luke O'Hara, and James Micco.; eight stepgrandchildren, Aubrey and Scott Turnbow, Shelby and Jason Coldiron, Mieke Large, Khirah Nesbit, Saskia Cohick, Zack Nesbit, Rachel Saletta, and Chad Saletta; two great-grandchildren; and 14 step great-grandchildren.In addition to his parents, and wife, Helen, he was preceded in death by four brothers, Wendell, Vernon, George, and twin brother Ron Kerr; one sister, Margaret Wagner; and one stepgrandson, Will Fabry.Calling hours are 4-7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 18, 2012, at the R. Cunningham Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 2429 Wilmington Road.A funeral service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2012, at the funeral home with the Rev. John Yergan officiating.Burial will be in Crestview Memorial Gardens.Full military honors will be presented by the New Castle Area Honor Guard.Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, Lawrence Unit, 3208 B Wilmington Road, New Castle, PA 16105 or Jameson Hospice of Lawrence County, 1211 Wilmington Ave., New Castle, PA 16105.