Paul was married to Patricia Ann Kern in Oxford, England. It was there that his love for British Cars began. His passion for British cars culminated with being president of the Tri Cities British car club in Kingsport Tennessee. He also enjoyed sailing, gourmet cooking, and world traveling.
Paul was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Kenneth Kern; his first wife, Patricia Ann Kern; and his second wife, Glenice Matthews Kern.
He is survived by daughters, Portia Kern Stafford and Charlotte Kern Beverly; sister, Mary Ann Domico; brother, Robert Kern; and 7 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, and 2 nephews.
No services are planned, but a memorial car run in Kingsport is being planned.
“Those we have held in our arms for a little while we hold in our hearts forever.”
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