Kerry was born August 25, 1951 in Grenada, Miss. to William and Minnie VanStory. He grew up in Brownfield, TX. He worked for Affiliated Foods as a truck driver. He enjoyed watching western movies, and spending time with family. One of his favorite pass times was drinking beer with Dewey. To the world he was one man. To his family he was the world.
Survivors include his wife Bonnie of the home; two sons, Brandon and Paul; four daughters, Stephanie and husband Donnie, Crystal, Samantha, and Tracie; three brothers, John, Dewey, and Robert; two sisters, Mary, and Patricia and husband Benny; and nine grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by 12 brothers and sisters.