Michael J. Kerwin

Michael J. Kerwin, 76, of DeKalb, IL died peacefully September 24, 2022, at PA Peterson Nursing Facilty in Rockford, surrounded by loving family following a long term illness.

Michael was born on January 15, 1946, in Chicago, IL to Joseph Kerwin Sr. and Darlene (Seldal) Kerwin.

Michael grew up in Woodstock and relocated to DeKalb where he graduated from DeKalb High School. Mike was always a hard worker.  After receiving his Tool & Die credentials in Rockford, he worked at Dun-Rite Tooling for several years and then started at Fermalab, where he worked 20+ years until he retired.

Mike enjoyed the outdoors and loved to go fishing and take long walks with his dogs. He was very competitive and spent many years in a bowling league, shooting pool, and playing chess. He enjoyed these activities most with family and friends.

Those who knew and loved Mike will miss his great conversations. His vast knowledge on a variety of topics made talking with him interesting for everyone.

Above all of his great qualities, his love and dedication for his family was immense. He dedicated his life to his siblings, nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews. Mike was a special part of the family who offered himself unconditionally. He lived and loved life on his own terms.

Survivors include his siblings, Deena Kerwin, DeKalb, IL, John Kerwin, Sycamore, IL, Theresa Williams, St. Petersburg, Fl, and Joseph Kerwin Jr, DeKalb, IL. His family also includes, nephew, Jon (Ginger) Kerwin, Sycamore, IL, niece, Kate (Mark) Farris, DeKalb, IL, nephew, Stuart (Danielle) Carney, Elk Grove Village, IL, and nephew, Josh (Connie) Kerwin, DeKalb, IL. Great nephew and nieces include, Michael Layton, Amanda McClain, Chris (Christy) Kerwin, Brittney Kerwin, Lukas Farris, Caroline Farris, Katy Kerwin, Chrissy (Jorge) Alcorn-Castillo, Zachary Farris, Samantha Alcorn, Eleanor Carney, MJ Layton, Kathyrn Carney, and James Carney.

He is preceded in death by his parents; and his neice, Josette Alcorn.

A special thank you to the staff and loving nurses at PA Peterson at the Citadel, Rockford, IL.

A celebration of life will be held October 8th from 2-6pm at The Farris residence, 15546 Gurler Rd, DeKalb. All are welcome!

Recogonizing Mikes love of animals, memorial  donations may be mailed to Tails Humane Society, 2250 Barber Greene Road, DeKalb, IL. 60115 or made online at https://www.tailshumanesociety.org/ . Cremation arrangements were entrusted to: Finch Funeral Home 310 Oak St. DeKalb, IL, 60115 (815) 758-3841.