Worcester: Agnes W. "Vanessa" (Kerr) McCallum, 88, passed away peacefully at home on April 5, 2023 surrounded by her loving family. She leaves her husband of 68 years, John McCallum; 2 sons- Robert McCallum, Alexander McCallum and his wife Colleen; a daughter- Jane Lapierre and her husband Brian- all of Worcester; 4 grandchildren- John McCallum of Denmark, Morgan McCallum of Clinton, Keri McCallum of Worcester, and Adele Lapierre of Worcester; 4 great grandchildren- Blair, John, Olivia, and Elliot; a sister- Roberta Fitzpatrick of FL; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by siblings John, James and Blair Kerr, Elizabeth Andrews and Sheena Doyle.
Vanessa, as she was affectionately known, was born in Forth, Scotland, daughter of the late Robert and Jane (Blair) Kerr. She graduated from high school and emigrated to the United States in 1958. She worked as a waitress at the Millbrook Diner and the Webster House. She enjoyed cooking, baking, bowling, going dancing with friends, traveling, and going to Bingo with her sisters.
Calling hours will be held on Tuesday, April 11, 2023 from 10-11 a.m. in Nordgren Memorial Chapel 300 Lincoln St. Worcester. A memorial service will follow at 11 a.m. in the funeral home. For directions or to leave an online condolence message, please click guestbook link.