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Joseph Kern Obituary

Joseph E. Kern, 78, of Allentown, passed away February 27, 2018. He was the son of the late Joseph E. Kern and Hilda (Berger) Lauser. Joseph is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Gloria (Gulkewicz) Kern. After graduating from Whitehall High School, class of 1957, Joseph went on to serve our country in the United States Army from 1962 to 1965. After, he continued his 39 year career in banking, starting at First National Bank and retiring from Corestates Bank in 1998. In his free time, Joseph is remembered loving golfing, fishing, and being an avid Eagles fan. In addition to his wife, Gloria, Joseph is survived by his daughter, Amy Keeler, wife of Dan and their children, Logan and Zoe; his sister Jeanne, his brother David, and many nieces and nephews. Joseph was preceded in death by his daughter, Lisa, and two brothers, Winfield and Darwin. Services will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Joseph's name to the Wildlands Conservancy 3701 Orchid Place Emmaus, PA 18049 or to the charity of your choice. WWW.WEBERFUNERALHOMES.COM

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Published by Morning Call on Mar. 1, 2018.

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March 14, 2018

Gloria,

Was so sorry to hear of your loss. I know you will think of the good memories and times together often in the future.

Kay Cheaney
Friends of Our Cabana

March 5, 2018

Dear Gloria and Family,

Just got the shocking news. Please accept my deepest sympathies for you and your family.

Will always remember the many good times and laughs Joe and I had together growing up in our younger years.

The Class of 57 will miss one of its favorite sons, I sure will.

Hank Koehler, Zeist, The Netherlands

Nancy Schaadt

March 3, 2018

Dear Gloria,
Dick and I were so saddened and shocked to hear of Joe's death . We remember him with great fondness.. Our cruising adventure will always be a delightful memory of Happy times with your family. His presence would light up a room.. Our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family..

Nancy and Richard Schaadt

Paula Henry

March 2, 2018

Dear Gloria and family,
I will always remember Joe from working at the bank but my fondest memories of Joe are from bowling at the Ukes! Joe singing in German and enjoying the occasional Poka tunes played or Joe laughing and teasing about our bowling skills or lack thereof. Joe was a great guy with a kind heart and I know he is dearly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless. Paula

Ruth Skinner

March 2, 2018

Dear Gloria, Just met you at the last class reunion and want to express my sorrow for your loss. Joe was a generous, happy, fun guy who will be missed. Ruth Ronemus Skinner.

Dan Peters

March 1, 2018

Joe was a good friend and neighbor and we will miss him.
Bob , Charlotte and Danny

Lee Hoffman

March 1, 2018

Dear Gloria and Family,

Joe was always so kind to me and so freely giving of his time. He had no reason to take a kid under his wing and teach him where all his favorite fishing spots were, but that's what he did anyway. He always had a song in his heart and a funny story to share with anyone who would listen to him. The world is a slightly dimmer place without him here, but I am certain Heaven just got a little more fun. He will be missed.

Annie and Kevin Hansen

March 1, 2018

So many countless memories of "Happy Joe". We'll remember him for his generosity and know that he is now "Happy Joe" in heaven. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Harry. ( Cousin Sonny) Gulkewicz

March 1, 2018

Gloria, I'm so sorry for your loss, I really liked Joe very much

Steve Seiler

March 1, 2018

Gloria and Family,

We are so sorry for your loss. It was a pleasure knowing and working with Joe all those years. You and your family are in our prayers.

Steve and Donna Seiler

GENE GILBERT

March 1, 2018

GLORIA AND FAMILY
I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR OF JOE'S DEATH. HE WAS ALWAYS A MENTOR TO ME, I KNOW HE WAS A EMPLOYEES MANAGER AND HE WAS ALWAYS FAIR.
WE HAD MANY A GOOD LAUGH TOGETHER. GOD BLESS AND BE WELL.

March 1, 2018

OH GLORIA...I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR THIS...HE WAS JUST A FUN GUY! MY HEART IS SO SAD FOR YOU..LOVE TO YOU ALWAYS! YOUR COUSIN CAROLKATHERINE

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