OBITUARY
Jennings Lee Kerns
December 29, 1937 – January 25, 2013
Jennings Lee Kerns, 75, of Waynesboro, passed away on Friday morning, January 25, 2013, at his residence. He was born on December 29, 1937, in Rockingham County, a son of the late Alvan R. and Ethel Reedy Kerns. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Camilla Mitchell and a brother, Reginald L. Kerns. Jennings was a member of the Waynesboro Church of the Brethren and retired in 1991 from the Waynesboro DuPont plant after 28 years of service. He was a member of the Staunton Eagles Aerie 680, Waynesboro Elks No. 2270 and Waynesboro Moose No. 1309. Jennings enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time at his camp. He is survived by his wife, Dolores "Dee" Kerns; daughter, Tonya R. Kerns-Eimer and husband, Barry, of Roseville, California; a stepdaughter, Angela Craig and husband, Chris, of Waynesboro; a grandchild, Alyssa Madison-Eimer; step granddaughter, Laura Craig-Sims; step grandson, Joshua Craig; two sisters, MaryAnn Trent of Roanoke and Josie M. Neff of Dayton, Virginia; one brother, R. E. "Buck" Kerns of Dayton; nine nieces, Gale, Wrenda, Ginger, Debbie, Kathy, Judy, Vicky, Rhonda and Kimberly; and four nephews, Wesley, Jeremy, Nathan and Jonathan. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. on Tuesday, January 29, 2013, at Reynolds Hamrick Funeral Homes of Waynesboro. A funeral service will be conducted at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, January 30, 2013, at the Waynesboro Chapel of Reynolds Hamrick Funeral Homes with the Reverend Todd Crowder officiating. Waynesboro Elks Lodge No. 2270 will conduct a service in the chapel following the funeral service. Burial will follow at Augusta Memorial Park. Active pallbearers will be Jim Wills, Donnie Bryan, Calvin Clements, Mike Cromer, George Cromer and Lee Simmons. Honorary pallbearers will be Daniel Showalter, Jerry Conner, Bobby Gabler, Dennis Kerns, Virgil Robinson, and Buddy Truslow. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice . Family and friends may view the obituary and send condolences on line at www.reynoldshamrickfuneralhomes.com
Services
- Funeral Service Wednesday, January 30, 2013
- Visitation Tuesday, January 29, 2013
REMEMBERING
Jennings Lee Kerns
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RECEIVE UPDATESDick Heatwole
January 31, 2013
Dee,
So sorry to hear of Jennings passing, we had a lot of good times over the years.
We rode to work together for a few years and have good memories of that time.
May God be with you in this time of Sorrow.
Dick Heatwole
January 31, 2013
Dee, We were so shocked to get our Elk's letter and read about our old friend.
We go back a long way together, beginning at Shenandoah College.
Our most sincere sympathy.
Betty and David Kiser, Blue Grass,Va.
WENDY BRYAN
January 30, 2013
Will miss u greatly!!! We will never forget all the fun times we had in Hatteras..and all the other memories our families had together...thanks to you and Dolores for first intoducing us to "THE BEACH" 30 yrs ago..we love and miss you..I know the first thing you will say when you get to heaven.."OOHHH BOOYYY"
January 29, 2013
We will miss you so much, you are going home please give my mom a hug for me, Dee aim so sorry, your are in my prayers and in my heart.
Vicky Cummings and familly, Marietta GA.
frances,larry.billie royer
January 29, 2013
the kerns family
jennings will be missed by a lot of friends he was a sweet and good person
i liked talking with him and his friends god bless you everyone
Pretrea Mawyer
January 29, 2013
My thoughts and prayers to the whole family during this difficult time.
January 29, 2013
My heart goes out to the Kerns Family.Jennings always was upbeat and very nice.My uncle was always looking forward to going to Florida with him,for the winter months.I know he will greatly be missed. Sending all my love, Sharon Robinson Schultz and Family
Joe Gleese
January 29, 2013
Dear Dolores!
May the Holy Spirit bring great comfort to you, your family, and Jennings' family now in this time of deep sorrow.
Wilmer Kerns
January 29, 2013
Delores, you and Tonya are in my thoughts and prayers today and in the days ahead. Jennings will be missed by a great circle of friends and relatives. He had a level-head and a good perspective. Although we did not see each other often during later years, I held the deepest respect, love and admiration for him. God bless you now and always!
January 29, 2013
Dee and Angie and Tonya so sorry for your loss. Love Paulette Craig
Doug & Lisa Wright
January 29, 2013
Dee & family, so sorry to hear of your loss. Seems so long ago that I worked for Trish & saw your family so often. We loose track of people over the years, but always remember old friends! May God be with each of you and give peace and comfort today and in the days to come. In our thoughts and prayers.
Lisa & Doug Wright
David & Violet Cash
January 29, 2013
Dee, Tonya and family,
My heart goes out to you in the home going of Jennings. My thoughts and prayers always.
Violet Via Cash
January 28, 2013
To the family of Jennings,
So sorry to hear of his passing. He will be greatly missed on the mountain. Jennings was like family up there, always laughing and joking and riding around visiting on that 4 wheeler. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God comfort you in this time of sorrow.
Odessa Smith See, Jerry and Maggie See, Bub and Connie Riddle and Buck Hinkle
Donnie & Violet Bryan
January 28, 2013
Doloris & Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Jay was a special friend. We will miss him greatly and cheerish all the time we had with him. Love, Donnie, Violet & Family
January 28, 2013
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this time of sorrow. God be with you. Donna and Gary Lane, Sr.
Earl "Squirrel" Riddle
January 28, 2013
Delores: I was sorry to learn of your husband's passing. "Ting" will be missed by many. He was a special friend to me. My prayers to you and your family during this time.
Beth Brady
January 28, 2013
Dee,
So sorry to hear about Jennings. He was one of those special people God graces us with. I know you & the family will miss him. We will keep you all in our prayers.
Beth & Steve Brady
Curtis & Gail Link
January 28, 2013
Dolores, we are sorry to hear about Jennings. Our prayers continue to be with you & your family. Curtis & Gail Link
Deb Campbell
January 28, 2013
Dee, I am so sorry to hear about Jennings. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
conley & doris daughtry
January 28, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Laura Quick
January 27, 2013
So sorry for your loss, my prayers are with you.
January 27, 2013
The Aerie@Auxiliary of Staunton Eagles 680 express our deepest sympathy to the Kern family you are in our prayers.
Debbie and Kenny Layman
January 27, 2013
He will greatly be missed.
Susie Henderson
January 27, 2013
Dee, So sorry to hear about Jennings. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Dennis Kerns
January 27, 2013
Dee you are in my prayers.
Dennis