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Gladys Kern Obituary

Kern, Gladys J.Gladys J. Kern, 87, of Allentown, passed away Sunday, September 6, 2015 at home. She was the wife of the late Richard C. Kern. Born in Allentown, she was a daughter of the late Peter and Anne (Yakubisin) Kelhart. She was an assistant buyer in the drapery department of the former H. Leh and Company before retiring. She was a member of St. Margaret's Episcopal Church, Emmaus. Survivors: granddaughter, Lisa Illari and great-grandson Donte Illari. She was predeceased by a daughter Barbara J. Brabham in 2008, brother, Robert and sister, Catherine. Services: Convenience of the family. Trexler Funeral Home is in charge of arrangement. www.trexlerfuneralhome.com Contributions: Contributions in Gladys's memory may be made to Lehigh County Humane Society 640 Dixon St., Allentown, PA 18103

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Published by Morning Call on Sep. 11, 2015.

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Lisa Illari

May 2, 2019

Missing you as always!

September 6, 2016

Its been a very long year. And I think of you often and wonder about pop too. I can just hope that mommy and you and pop are together

September 14, 2015

I miss you so much grammie! I will make you proud! Your grand daughter.

September 12, 2015

We were sorry to hear of your passing. we pray you will be in peace at last. Sincerely, Peter & Victoria illari

Jan Waller

September 11, 2015

You were a sweet, quiet and observant lady. You loved watching PBS and you were an avid reader and sharp as could be. Last year was very hard for you especially when Dick passed away. You're with your beloved now. I'll miss you my friend and neighbor.

Jan Waller

September 11, 2015

You will be missed Gladys. Your quiet demeanor and smile spoke thousands of words. You were my friend as well as neighbor. You're with your beloved now. Miss you already.

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