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Johnny Red Kerr and Norm Van Lier Services
examiner.com - 3/1/2009
Johnny Red Kerr and Norm Van Lier Services
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A Public Farewell
Red Head Lives On In Our Hearts (Honoring Johnny “Red” Kerr)
notqualifiedtocomment.com - 2/27/2009
Red Head Lives On In Our Hearts (Honoring Johnny “Red” Kerr)
— notqualifiedtocomment.com — I’m not a very emotional guy by nature. I show anger, excitement, and passion, sure, but sadness?... It’s not as easy for me. After writing about Stormin’ Norman yesterday, I was basically spent in terms of being able to feel sad. Then the tragic news came in late last night ... (more) Red Head Lives On In Our Hearts (Honoring Johnny “Red” Kerr)

Comments vote down jdyme1 jdyme1 posted 2/27/2009posted this
R.I.P. Johnny 'Red' Kerr
zonersports.com - 2/27/2009
R.I.P. Johnny 'Red' Kerr
— zonersports.com — The Bulls lose another beloved member of the family -- just hours after learning of the death... of Norm Van Lier. (more) R.I.P. Johnny 'Red' Kerr

Comments vote down The Zoner The Zoner posted 2/27/2009posted this
Discussing Red’s Greatness (Honoring Johnny “Red” Kerr)
notqualifiedtocomment.com - 2/27/2009
Discussing Red’s Greatness (Honoring Johnny “Red” Kerr)
— notqualifiedtocomment.com — Scottie Pippen, not necessarily known for his speaking, gave an interview recently (after the halftime tribute ceremony)... that really sums up what Red meant to so many people: The ceremony that was held to honor him during halftime of the Pistons game a couple weeks ago can be found here ... (more) Discussing Red’s Greatness (Honoring Johnny “Red” Kerr)

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