John Raymond Kern III age 66, of Avon, North Carolina passed away peacefully on Monday, September 29, 2014 at his daughter’s home in Gainesville, Virginia. Born in Waltham, Massachusetts to Maj/Gen John R. Kern Jr (Ret. USAF) and Doris Kern, he lived most of his life in Northern Virginia and Avon, NC.
John was man who enjoyed construction and painting. He was self-employed as painter in Avon, NC and also worked for Kern Construction, in Manassas, VA. He also served in the US Army from 1966-1968. His passions included gardening, hunting, fishing, and cooking.
John was proud of his son John Kern IV, Catlett, VA and three daughters, Natalie Kern of Queens, NY, Selina Kern, of Gainesville, VA and Sabrina Jeane of Leesburg, VA. He is also survived by his two brothers, James Kern of Culpeper, VA and Douglas Kern of Haymarket, VA; and his soul mate of 47 years, Luisa Kern, of Queens, NY; as well as his five grandchildren, nephews, cousins and other friends.
A special thank you to the Sheila Sees, and Vitas Hospice for their loving care and support. Also thanks to all the volunteers who assisted with care, love and visits.
The family will receive friends on Saturday, October 4, 2014 from 1:00PM until 5:00PM at the home of Selina Kern, 12008 Paper Birch Ln, Gainesville, VA. John will be set to sail on Friday, October 10, 2014 on Hatteras Island, NC.
In lieu of flower, contributions can be made to education trust plan for John’s grandsons Jackson & Liam Jeane. Funds can be sent to USAA at Ugift: USAA 529 College Savings Plan, P.O. Box 5575, Boston, MA 02205-5751 with Jackson or Liam Jeane written in the memo field of your check.
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