Irene Kerkman

Irene Kerkman was born June 27, 1926 and passed away Aug. 16, 2013 at her home in Forest Grove. She was a homemaker and clerical worker the majority of her life. She enjoyed painting with oils and pastels and many people have enjoyed the fruits of her talents. She was married to Donald R. Kerkman Nov. 10, 1946 who preceeded her in death in October 1986. She was also preceded in death by three brothers; one sister; and a grandson. Survivors include sons and daughters, Judith and Dick Kaphammer, Forest Grove, Randall and Sandra Kerkman, Austin, Texas, Janis Brickey, Forest Grove and Richard Kerkman, Milwaukie, also three sisters; five grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. She was a member of Mt. Olive Lutheran Church in Forest Grove. A memorial service will be held Sept. 21, at 2 p.m. at Mt. Olive. Memorial contributions may be sent to Mt. Olive Lutheran or Washington Co. Hospice.