Photo courtesy of Cederberg Funeral Home of Frankenmuth
Sep 6, 1942 - Jan 31, 2026
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Life goes by so fast. Remember the days Fred drove sugar beet truck for Maynard. God's Blessings to you Judy and all of your family.
Dora Haubenstricker
February 28, 2026 | Frankenmuth, MI | Friend
My deepest sympathies to Judy and family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Fred was such a joy to work with. His clownish ways to put a smile on your face every day. He will be deeply missed. Rest in peace my friend.
Dawn Kibbe
February 13, 2026 | Vassar, MI | Coworker
Judy, We're so sorry to hear about Fred's passing. Way too young! Praying for peace for you and your family, knowing about the promise of the Resurrection, and also with wonderful memories of your life together.
Paul and Janet Herzog
Paul Herzog
February 05, 2026 | Palatine, IL
Deepest sympathy. Fred will be missed but no suffering now
Dallas Baker
February 05, 2026 | Frankenmuth, MI | Acquaintance
Judy and family, I'm so sorry to hear of Fred's passing. He was always so nice to those he knew better in my family; Jerry, Shannon, Steve and I. I just had a total shoulder reversal on my right arm 3 1/2 weeks ago so I'm slowed down for awhile. My deepest sympathy to all. "Those we love can never be more than a thought away, for as long as there's a memory they live in our hearts to stay."
Barbara Doerr
February 03, 2026 | Frankenmuth, MI | Acquaintance
To Judy & family, sending our sincerest sympathies at the passing of Fred. He brightened the day of others.
Remembering both of you fondly when I worked with you many years ago.
Roxanne (Avery) Bierlein & family
February 03, 2026 | Vassar, MI | Coworker
Deepest sympathy to Judy and The Kern Family. Enjoyed visiting with Fred when he was our great UPS Deliveryman. May God enfold you in His love, peace fill your hearts, words and friendships comfort you and cherished memories all help to ease your sorrow.
Sheila Hebner
February 02, 2026 | Millington, MI | Acquaintance
Judy, so sorry to hear of Fred's passing. I enjoyed working with him at Frankenmuth Insurance.
Patricia Castle
February 02, 2026 | Reese, MI | Coworker
So sorry for your loss Judy. Fred's work ethics cannot be beat. What a solid Christian man. Happy 60th Wedding Anniversary. God Bless You!
Laura Rushford
February 02, 2026
Frederick Kern
Frankenmuth
Frederick W. Kern passed away peacefully at Wellspring Frankenmuth and went to be with his Lord on January 31, 2026 at the age of 83. Fred was born on September 6, 1942 in Saginaw to Edwin and Olga (Knoll) Kern. He was married to Judy Bauer on August 14, 1965. They celebrated their 60th anniversary in 2025.
Fred was a lifelong member of St Lorenz Lutheran Church and served on various boards. He retired from Frankenmuth Insurance in 2005 after over 30 years of employment. He had a love for farming and gardening and spent many happy hours helping at Kern Farms. In retirement he also enjoyed driving for Mike Young car dealership. He enjoyed collecting toy tractors and attending toy tractor shows.
Surviving besides his wife Judy are daughter Rhonda (David) Newman and sons Aaron (Sabrina Shepard) Kern and Adam (Alison) Kern; grandchildren Andrew and Jacob Newman, Gabriel and Laela Kern and Elijah, Ethan, Evan, Ella and Emma Kern and sister Lorine Nickodemus and sister-in-law Carol Kern.
Fred was preceded in death by his brothers and their wives Arnold (Milly) Kern, Carl (Gladys) Kern, Clarence Kern and in laws Leon Nickodemus, Frederick (Barbara) Bauer, Elaine (Stanley) Stoick, George (Dolores) Bauer and John (Sue) Bauer.
Funeral services will take place on Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 11 am at St Lorenz Lutheran Church, 1030 W Tuscola, Frankenmuth. Fred’s family will receive visitors at Cederberg Funeral Home of Frankenmuth, 590 N Franklin St on Wednesday, February 4, from 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm and at the Church on Thursday from 10 am until the time of service.
In lieu of flowers, those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to St Lorenz Lutheran Church for the Together We Build project.
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