Joseph E. Kernan

Dear Barbara:

We've just learned of Joe's death. Very sad, but we remember fondly our time with the two of you in Barbados, Washington, and Vancouver. He had such a warm personality, good politics (of course ), wonderful tales, and a keen interest in others.

Love, Neil and Isabel

Dear Barbara & Family
I wanted to somehow express to Joe's family our deepest sorrow for the the loss of such a GREAT guy.
When Joe & Barbara would come to dine at La Hacienda we would go the extra mile to make their visit enjoyable. I did not know Joe as well as some ,however, he was always a gentleman and respected everyone,I would get the call from Barbara that they wanted to dine with us and I always felt like it was such a treat to have him and Barbara in for dinner.
So, to a...

On Behalf of the Many of us in South Bend, Indiana who have lost loved ones, please accept our sincere sympathies. May God craddle you during your time of need.

Dear Barbara and the Kernan family,
I'm at a loss for words. The fond memories of times with you and Joe Sr. cloud my sorrow. I would leave the words of Christina Rosetti's "Remember Me" as befitting my thoughts of this grievous time. (The poem to Barbara later.)
With Love Always, Annabelle C. Fong, Honolulu, HI

Mr. Kernan lived life to the fullest and made such a positive difference in the lives of generations! Heaven rejoices in his arrival, for surely his presence will make it even better! Please know that he is appreciated and loved by many, many, many people across the United States!!

Dearest Family of Joseph,

Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you all in remembering the life of Joseph. Like so many, it always sadden our hearts when someone we love so much is no longer with us. May the comfort of family, friends, and most of all, our HEAVENLY FATHER, be a source of comfort and warmth as he wraps your heart with peace and love. As Paul says of him at 2 Corinthians 1:2-5: "May you have undeserved kindness and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus...

Joe, our thoughts, prayers, and deepest sympathies are with you and your family. May your dad rest in peace.

Barbara and Joey (that is the only name I ever called you because your wonderful, dear Dad called you that). I was out of town and returned today and read about the passing of your husband/father. I am so very very sad. He was one of the dearest people I have ever known. For many, many years I knew I would get a call on my birthday from Joe. I think of the wonderful, joyous times we had... Dick Philbin, Mike Kinkead and Joe Kernan.. the Irish Mafia at SBA. Oh lordy there were so many...