Kristine M. Kerr (nee Racine), age 40 of Mentor, OH passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on May 12th, 2026. She was born June 3, 1985 in Euclid, OH to Dennis and Victoria, Kristine was a devoted mother, daughter, sister and aunt. She was someone who could put a smile on anyone’s face.
Before facing her battle with brain cancer, she was an amazing esthetician and makeup artist. She graduated from the Brown Aveda Institute in Mentor. She spent most of her career at Jenniffer and Company before branching out to start her own business. Continuing her passion of making people feel better about themselves. She was hard-working, dedicated to her family, and always volunteering to help others.
Her personality was one that will remain with us forever. She loved 80’s rock music, being outdoors and spending time with her family and friends. Even during her hardest times, Kristine was still dancing and cracking jokes.
Kristine was the loving mother of Alaina; beloved daughter of Victoria Racine and Dennis (Vicki) Racine; cherished sister of Katherine (Tommy) Thompson; dearest auntie to Cade; granddaughter of Richard (Tina) Koncler and the late Roberta Koncler, and the late Florence and Leopold Racine; niece and cousin to many.
The Racine family will receive family and friends from 2:00 – 7:00 PM Friday, May 15th, 2026 at Jeff Monreal Funeral Home, 1000 Mentor Ave., Painesville OH. A funeral service will be held Saturday, May 16th, 2026 at 10:00 AM at the funeral home. Burial to follow at Mentor Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Kristine’s name to Western Reserve Hospice Care in Cleveland, Ohio www.reserve-care.org
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8 Replies to “Kristine M. Kerr (nee Racine)”
Kristine, you fought the entire battle with a smile on your face.I still see you at 5 years old the day we met,and smile.You blessed us with love, laughter,and Alaina. You give Jen the biggest hug for me. Love you.
I am so sorry to hear that Kristine passed away, she fought hard. She always welcomed me with her beautiful smile and a hug. She will be missed. Fly high beautiful girl!!
I’m so glad that I was able to know you my sweet friend. I will miss you so much. You are a beautiful person inside and out.!! I always loved when you did my makeup for my brother’s Halloween parties!! rest in peace, honey. I love you. Until we meet again.😘❤️❤️❤️
She was such a lovely lady and a very talented esthetician. She always made me feel special and beautiful. She was one of a kind. You will be missed by many. RIP to this sweet soul.
Kristine was one of the kindest person I knew and would give the shirt off her back to help anyone in need. She always had a smile on her face and knew how to make everyone laugh. My heart absolutely breaks for her family and friends during this difficult time. She will be deeply missed. 💔
Our condolences to Dennis Racine & the entire Racine family & friends.
Marc & Mary-Lou Couture
Prayers from the Sartain Family. Kristine was the best of us! May she no longer be in pain and watched over all her loved ones and friends.
Our condolences to Dennis and family. Our heart and prayers are with you.
The Abdelnours
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