Richard Alan Kern Obituary
It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Richard Alan Kern of New Kensington, Pennsylvania, who passed away at the age of 69, on December 9, 2024. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Richard Alan Kern to show support.
As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though Richard Alan may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the echoes of his kindness, the warmth of his embrace, and the light of his enduring love.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Herbert Kern and Dorothy Kern. He is survived by: his wife Judy (Roach); and his siblings, Herbert Kern (Rose Ann), Kenneth Kern (Dodi) and Carol Swansbra (Darrell). He is also survived by nieces, nephews, and great-nieces.
Visitation was held on Friday, December 13th 2024 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Thomas M. Smith Funeral Home and Crematory Ltd. (930 Center Ave, Blawnox, PA 15238). A funeral service was held on Friday, December 13th 2024 from 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM at the same location. A burial was held on Friday, December 13th 2024 from 2:30 PM to 2:45 PM at the Cemetery Chapel Service Dec.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital http://www.stjude.org..
