John F. Kerkam ’33

JACK KERKAM, who retired to Sea Pines Plantation in Hilton Head, S.C., 19 years ago, died there Sept. 10, 1990. A service was held at St. Luke's Episcopal Church in Hilton Head Sept. 15.

Jack was born June 12,1911, in Washington, D.C. He prepared at St. Alban's School. in college he was in the Band and the Instrumental Club, and a member of Dial Lodge. He roomed at first with his twin brother, Bill '32, and senior year with Harry Cropper.

After graduation Jack went to George Washington Law School, graduating in 1936. He joined his father's firm, Cameron, Kerkam and Sutton, and remained with them until retirement.

During WWII Jack served in the Army Air Corps for 4V2 years, becoming a major and receiving the Army Commendation Medal.

Jack was active in community and St. Alban's School affairs. He enjoyed fishing and sailing.

On June 29, 1936, Jack married Dorothy Eleanor Beck, in Ft. Meyer, Va. She survives, as do their children, Donna K. Grosvenor and John F. Jr. There are two grandchildren. His brother Bill also survives.

We are terribly sorry that Jack is gone. our deep sympathy goes to Eleanor and to Bill.

The Class of 1933