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Donald Kershaw Obituary

Donald Paul Kershaw, 82, passed away Tuesday, July 22, 2014 at Baton Rouge General Hospital. He was a graduate of Catholic High School and LSU, and lifelong resident of Baton Rouge. He served 4 years in the U.S. Marine Corps and retired as a Tax Administrator from the Louisiana Dept. of Revenue. He was also a longtime parishioner of Most Blessed Sacrament and member of the Knights of Columbus. He will always be remembered for his unending love and quick wit. He truly devoted his life to his family and friends. Nothing made him happier than watching LSU football in his favorite chair. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He had the unique ability to make everyone in his life feel special. He will be dearly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Betty Kleinpeter Kershaw; children Donald Paul Kershaw, Jr. (Starline), Kathryn Kershaw Borek, Christopher Michael Kershaw (Dawn) of Plano, TX, Andrew Philip Kershaw (Cherly); grandchildren Joshua R. Gonzales, Christine K. Rittell, Sarah E. Kershaw, Rachael C. Borek, Jude A. Kershaw, Cole Sebastian Kershaw, Serena G. Kershaw, Emi C. Kershaw; and great granddaughter Evangeline R. Rittell. He was preceded in death by parents Mr. and Mrs. Newton Henry Kershaw; siblings Gretchen Kershaw Winston, Newton H. Kershaw, Jr., Rev. Louis (Philip) Kershaw, O.S.B., James B. Kershaw, John C. Kershaw; grandchildren Jennifer R. Gonzales and Christopher J. Borek. Visitation will be held at Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church on Friday, July 25, 2014, from 9:30- 11:30 am, followed by Mass of Christian Burial, officiated by Fr. Phil Spano. Interment will follow at St. George Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Brandon Kershaw, Leon Kleinpeter, Steve Kleinpeter, Kyle Kershaw, John Paul Rittell and Cole Kershaw. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Catholic High School or the Benedictine Order. Rabenhorst Funeral Home East, in charge of arrangements.

Published by The Advocate from Jul. 23 to Jul. 25, 2014.
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To the Kershaw Family,

It was a pleasure knowing Mr. Kershaw. We worked together at Revenue, in fact, he was one of my bosses. We had some good times teasing and hanging with Francis, Louise,Joe, Jeannie and Kathleen. We am praying for you all.

Hattie & Louise
Revenue Employees

Hattie Pryer

July 31, 2014

We know you are already in heaven, but you are still in our hearts.

Cherly Kershaw

July 27, 2014

Papou loved deeply and was, and always will be, deeply loved.

Andy Kershaw

July 27, 2014

Condolences and Prayers for the Family from Keith & Maria Horcasitas

Keith Horcasitas

July 25, 2014

What an amazing man! I felt welcomed and warm from the very first time I came into their home. I will miss you terribly.Prayers for your family will continue.

July 25, 2014

What wonderful memories I have of you and the family and the lovely times we shared.

Judie Anne Sanders

July 25, 2014

I will miss you Uncle Donald. My prayers to your Family

Mickey Kleinpeter

July 25, 2014

Our prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. May God grant you peace.
John & Angie Torregrossa and family

July 24, 2014

Kathryn and family I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Tracie Way

July 24, 2014

My prayers are with the family.

Peggy Jo

July 23, 2014

Paul, Starline, and family. I pray the peace of Jesus over y'all in this difficult time. It is such a blessing that you will see him soon in Heaven. Tracy Byers

July 23, 2014

Kathryn,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Your dad was such a nice man. I hope it is a little comforting to know that he is together with Christopher. Now you have two guardian angels to watch over you.

Kim, Tommy, & Logan Miguez

July 23, 2014

Dear sweet Kershaws, and most especially my precious Big Betty, I mourn with you over the loss of this wonderful man. I also celebrate with you the glory of his risen soul, gone to rest in Christ, in the loving arms of our Father, and in poignant reunion with our Chuca Boy. I love you all dearly and am here for any need.

Jeanne

July 23, 2014

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