Grady Kerr (right) with Dick Van Dyke

For those of you who may have not heard, Grady Kerr, long time barbershopper of renown, passed away this past Sunday morning. Please share this note with other barbershoppers as necessary.

For those who did not know him, Grady was extremely dedicated to the barbershop world, and especially the preservation of our history. Grady was a past Southwestern District Barbershopper of the Year, SWD Hall of Fame Member, and former SWD & Barbershop Harmony Society Historian. He also worked extensively with the Association of International Champions, running the 75th Anniversary display of AIC Quartet uniforms in 2013, and handling the AIC anniversary displays at many International conventions. He published the Preservation Magazine on his website as well as the Golden Memories 50th anniversary history of the SWD. He was a past International Bulletin Editor of the Year winner, SWD Roundup Editor and a former member of the San Angelo, Dallas Metro & Town North Plano chapters.

Information about any services or memorials will be shared when it becomes available.

Richard Howell
President, Southwestern District