Hiram T. Kerrick Obituary

We bid farewell to Hiram T. Kerrick of Paris, Illinois, born in Sidell, Illinois, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on August 19, 2024 at the age of 92. Hiram touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Carl Kerrick, Sr. and Susie Ellen Kerrick (Ross); his wife Janice I. Shew; and his daughter Ginger Droge. He is survived by: his daughter Loretta Dean Griffin (Art) of Paris; his son-in-law Mike Droge of Marion, Illinois; his sister Sarah Alexander of Paris; and his grandchildren, Lori Roth (Labin), Derrick Droge (Jamie), Jason Porter (Amber) and Cole Griffin. He is also survived by ten great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

For those who wish, the family suggests that memorials be made to Paul Warner Animal Rescue or to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.