Annie-Kern-Obituary

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Annie M. Kern

Schnecksville, Pennsylvania

Oct 2, 1926 – Dec 31, 2023

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October 2, 1926
DIED
December 31, 2023
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Schnecksville, Pennsylvania

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Heintzelman Funeral Home, Inc. - Schnecksville Obituary

Annie M. (Schneck) Kern, A.K.A. “Ann”, “Anna”, 97, of Schnecksville, rang in the New Year with Jesus.  She passed away the way she lived her life, with dignity and grace. Born in North Whitehall Township, October 2, 1926, she was the daughter of the late Norman E. and Miriam E. (Lauchnor) Schneck. Annie was a graduate of the former South Whitehall High School, Class of 1945. She was a certified Graphoanalyst. Annie was the wife of the late Roy C. Kern, to whom she had been married 71 years. Annie and her identical twin sister were married in a double wedding on June 21,1947. She was employed as a Personnel Administrator at the former ALPO Pet Foods in South Whitehall Township for 20 years before retiring in 1988. A member of Union Evangelical Lutheran Church, Schnecksville, Annie sang with the choir for 72 years. Her love of music, singing, and playing the piano transcended into her daily life. Annie participated and won in a National Grange singing contest with her brother Paul, sister Lois, and cousin Joyce Shankweiler.  An avid golf enthusiast, she was a member of the former Blue Ridge County Club, Palmerton forging relationships with many life-long friends.


Survivors: Daughter, Barbara A. Lamb and her husband, Charles “Dallas” of El Cajon, CA; son, Brian R. Kern and his wife, Colette of Schnecksville; siblings, Paul N. Schneck and his wife, Jean of Orefield, Lois A. Shaffer and her husband, Elmer “Bud” of Allentown, Gertrude E. Sell of Ashland, MO; grandchildren, Erika Butler and her husband, Travis, Adam Kern and his wife, Nicole, Michael Kern and his wife, Emily; great-grandchildren, Cody, Rylan, Bryson; many nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended family;  predeceased by a son, Terry V. Kern, and twin sister, Kathryn Schmoyer.


Service: A memorial service will be held at 11:00 am. Saturday, January 13, 2024, at Union Evangelical Lutheran Church, 5500 PA Route 873, Schnecksville.  The Rev. Gordon A. Camp will be officiating assisted by Pastor Adam Kern. A visitation period shall precede the service from 9:30 am. – 11:00 am. Private interment at Union Church Cemetery, Neffs.  The Heintzelman Funeral Home, Inc., in Schnecksville is in charge of arrangements.  Online expressions of sympathy may be recorded at www.heintzelmancares.com.


Contributions: In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Union Evangelical Lutheran Church Memorial Fund and/or The Vine Calvary Chapel both in care of the funeral home, P.O. Box # 196, Schnecksville, PA  18078-0196.

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"Those who love don´t go away. They walk beside us every day; unseen and unheard but always near. Still loved, still missed but very dear." Those in Houston from the Schmoyer Lawder family loved our visits to Schnecksville to see Aunt Ann and Uncle Roy and all the wonderful Schneck and Schmoyer relatives; and it happened again to honor Ann Schneck Kern...a wonderful celebration sharing many stories; fun and SMILES...that my aunt! So many memories! Now she is with her sister Kathryn both...

Prayerful condolences to the Kern family as each of you adjusts to life without Anna. She was a woman of true beauty and grace. Brian and Colette, what an amazing departure you blessed her with. A privilege, I know, because you told me that, Colette. But also an inspiration to the rest of us to see how family love and loyalty make our lives beautiful. I always enjoyed meeting Anna at The Vine, knowing she held a long-standing church affiliation elsewhere, yet she so graciously came to bless...

I have many great memories playing in the ALPO GOLF LEAGUE WITH ANN AND ROY. SHE WAS KNOWN FOR LEAVING HER CLUB ON THE GREEN. ALWAYS CHEERFUL. PLEASURE TO KNOW HER. GOD BE WITH YOU ANNIE.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Brian, Colette and Kern family. So sorry for your loss. It's hard to loose a parent.
May God comfort you at this hard time. May your memories of your mom always be in your heart. ❤

Sue (Haberern) Steigerwalt

Brian and Colette and Kern family, May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Our deepest condolences to you and your family. Tony and Mary Calcagni

I could not have asked for a better Mother in Law. She taught me much about living life with a positive attitude..... even as her earthly body failed her. Brian and I were blessed to spend the last couple of weeks of her life with her. There were many memories made and sweet moments we will cherish forever. I believe she is playing the piano and singing with Jesus, while planning her next tee time. Rest in peace Mom. I love you. Colette

Brian, I often would glance at your mom as she beamed with pride watching her grandson Pastor Adam teaching us on Sunday's. She was always smiling, and spreading love. Now she's celebrating with Jesus, our Savior. Love to you, Colette and the family.