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CPL Ernest Virgil “Ernie” Derr

Birth	:	29 Oct 1921 Lee County, Iowa, USA
Death	:	8 Jan 2014 Keokuk, Lee County, Iowa, USA
Burial	:	Keokuk National Cemetery, Keokuk, Lee County, USA
Coordinate	:	40.3980865, -91.4056091
Plot	:	K-0173
Description	:	Ernest "Ernie" Virgil Derr, 92 of Keokuk, died Wednesday, Jan 8, 2014, at his home in Keokuk. He was born Oct 29, 1921, near Donnellson, the son of Virgil Emery and Alice Marie Frueh Derr. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Marianna Lewis Derr of Keokuk; and his children, Nancy Ann(Steve) Smith, James Michael (Barbara)Derr, Steven Wayne (Carolyn)Derr, Russell Lewis(Judith)Derr, Randy Eugene (Nancy Jo) Derr, Danny Joe(Celley)Derr, Karen Garland(Floriday)Derr Anderson, all of Keokuk; 15 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, and two siblings, Verna (Don)White and Virginia LeMatty. He was preceded in death by his parents, Virgil and Alice Derr; mother and... Read More	Ernest "Ernie" Virgil Derr, 92 of Keokuk, died Wednesday, Jan 8, 2014, at his home in Keokuk. He was born Oct 29, 1921, near Donnellson, the son of Virgil Emery and Alice Marie Frueh Derr. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Marianna Lewis Derr of Keokuk; and his children, Nancy Ann(Steve) Smith, James Michael (Barbara)Derr, Steven Wayne (Carolyn)Derr, Russell Lewis(Judith)Derr, Randy Eugene (Nancy Jo) Derr, Danny Joe(Celley)Derr, Karen Garland(Floriday)Derr Anderson, all of Keokuk; 15 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, and two siblings, Verna (Don)White and Virginia LeMatty. He was preceded in death by his parents, Virgil and Alice Derr; mother and father-in-law, Isaac Newton and Cora Christy Lewis; maternal grandparents John and Mary Frueh; paternal grandparents, Screno and Arvilla Allen Derr; his only brother Guy Derr who was killed in action in Auchen, Germany, while serving as a private in the U.S. Army; sister Mabel Leeper; two brothers-in law, Harry LeMatty and Raymond Leeper; nieces, Lori Leeper and Gina and Harriet LeMatty; nephews Rocky, Thad and Thomas LeMatty and Gary White, and great-nephew, Kelly Stenson. From the time Ernie was old enough to work he helped his father in the farm fields. As he got older,he worked as a farm hand for neighbors for one dollar a day and his dinner. Then as a young man, he got a job working in the Marshall Auto Store in Keokuk, In 1941, he married Urbina Gardner. They had one daughter, Karen. They were later divorced. In 1942, he joined the U.S. Army and served in the European Theater. He was in the 6th Armoured Division and drove a weasel and went ahead of his company and laid wire for communications. He earned the rank of corporal and recieved the bronze star and other commendations, He was proud to have served his country. He was honorably discharged in 1945 and returned home and went back to work for Marshall Auto Store. He eventually transferred to the Fort Madison Store and became the manager for a few years. In 1946, he met and married Marianne Lewis. In 1950, he began his stock car racing career in the I.M.C.A circuit. In 1952, he quit working at the Marshall Auto Store, moved back to Keokuk permanently and made racing his life career. He worked many long hard hours to prepare the best race car possible. His dedication and perseverance allowed him to win a great number of races and he was a 12 time I.M.C.A champion. He raced for 26-plus years and in 21 states , plus Canada. He was honored as a member of several racing sports halls of fame. Visitation will be Sunday 12:00 pm.-5:00 pm. Services Monday 10:30 am at De Jongs-Greaves Celebration of Life Center 917 Blondeau St., Keokuk, Iowa. Burial will be in the Keokuk National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Wounded Warriors. De Jongs-Greaves Celebration of Life Centers is in charge of arrangements, tributes and condolences may be entered at www.dejongsfuneralhome.com.

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Where is CPL Ernest Virgil “Ernie” Derr's memorial?
CPL Ernest Virgil “Ernie” Derr's memorial is located at: Keokuk National Cemetery, Keokuk, Lee County, USA.
When did CPL Ernest Virgil “Ernie” Derr death?
CPL Ernest Virgil “Ernie” Derr death on 8 Jan 2014 in Keokuk, Lee County, Iowa, USA
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Latitude: 40.3980865
Longitude: -91.4056091

Family Members:

Parent

Virgil Emery Derr

(1902 - 1984)

Alice Marie Frueh Derr

(1903 - 1982)

Spouse

Siblings

Verna Marie Derr White

(1922 - 2015)

Guy Derr

(1925 - 1944)

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