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Nancy Ellen Kerns
FRANKLIN-Nancy Ellen Kerns, 54, of Frankin, IL., passed away on Thursday December 16, 2010 at her residence. She was born on July 10, 1956 in Berwin, IL., the daughter of Gordon and Margaret Kraft Schauer. Nancy married John Kerns on June 17, 1989 and he preceded her in death in 1993.
Mrs. Kerns is survived by her mother Margaret, her son William Kerns, and daughter Erika Sarna both of Springfield, four brothers: Gordon (wife Colleen) Schauer of Virginia, IL., Lawrence Schauer of Taylorville, Gregory Schauer of Indiana, and Donald Schauer of Illinois, four sisters: Peggy (husband Don) Danbury of Maryland, Stella Schauer of Rosemant, IL., Mary Lou Dennis of Georgia, and Lorrie Rogers of Bolingbrook, IL., and three grandchildren: Byron and Brandyn Butler, and Addison Behmyer. She was preceded in death by her father Gordon, and a sister Sandra Schauer.
Nancy enjoyed making picture collages for family and friends, and she truly enjoyed spending time with her beloved grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held at 4:00pm on Thursday December 23, 2010 at Franklin United Methodist Church, 102 State St., Franklin, IL., and condolences may be left at www.airsman-hires.com. Neece-Airsman-Hires Funeral Home in Waverly is in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Nancy Kerns
Sandra, Claudia & Ricki Reithmayer
February 1, 2011
Nancy we will miss you a lot! We were very sad when we heard of your loss. Thank you for being there when we needed you the most. Although we lived miles apart we always felt close and loved.
Alexandrea Schauer
January 4, 2011
I will miss you Aunt Nancy, my aunt and godmother... You and I had a great relationship. I will miss you. I keep wanting to pick up my phone and call you. I really wanted to call you over the holidays and new years.. and I still have your number in my phone book. I keep having to remind myself that you are on to a better place now.
Nancy O'Donnell
December 29, 2010
Our prayers are with the Schauer family at this difficult time.
May God Bless you all with wonderful memories of Nancy.
Sincerely,
The Mosebach Family
Pat, Nancy, Jean, and Paul
December 29, 2010
Erika and William
Your mother meant a lot to many, and a whole lot to me. She was the first "sister" I ever had, the first person to make me an Auntie and the kindest, selfless person a lucky soul could have the chance to meet.
Erika- she had dealt with many obstacles in her life and was the one who taught me "what doesn't kill you only makes you stronger". I later had to heed that lesson myself a few times. December 16th will always be to you the saddest day of your life as the 18th is for me, but it won't kill you and you will be stronger for it. there will be more obstacles in your life to come and there will be joyous moments. Those are the ones you will appreciate because of times like now.
I love you both but believe you are stronger than you think,
Aunt Tori
December 27, 2010
William & Erika
Your mom was a special lady who loved the Lord Jesus, and loved all of you very much. She will be forever in our hearts and will be dearly missed. She was the best aunt, loved all my kids; she made it known that she cared in so many ways. She was the closest thing to a sister that I ever had or ever will have.
Leslie Schauer
Daughter
December 26, 2010
I miss you so much I want you back!!
Zang Family
December 26, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
December 26, 2010
My sister Nancy. I miss you so much. Your life touched so many others....the world just isn't the same without you.
Love your brother Gregory
Daughter
December 25, 2010
I miss you so much mom!
Daughter
December 25, 2010
I miss you so much mom!
Mary Lou Dennis
December 22, 2010
Erika and Will, Brandyn, Byron and Addison,
I am deeply sorry for your loss. Nancy was a beautiful and unique person. She loved you all so much.
Mary Lou
Grace & George Sarna
December 22, 2010
Rest in Peace with all of you Angels my Dear Friend, you will be truly missed. You will live in our hearts forever and ever. We will cherish all of our wonderful memories of the times we spent together. HUGS sent to Heaven.
Grace, George, Kyle & Kevin Sarna
CAREMEL ROSS
December 22, 2010
ERIKA I AM SORRY FOR UR LOSE U WILL STAY IN MY PRAYERS.ALL THE STORIES I HEARD BOUT MS. NANCY HAS BEEN NOTHING BUT GOOD TALK IFEEL LIKE I KNEW HER SHE WILL BE GREATFULLY MISSED.TAKE CARE.CARMEL AND HER FAMILY.
December 21, 2010
I miss you very much. I guess I'll call Will and Erica on July 10th every year now. I think, in that way, you'll never be forgotten and if nothing else, on that day we'll all remember you for what you meant to each of us. You'll always be with me. Your big brother.
D. L.
December 21, 2010
Hey Will, Sorry for your loss. The other guys at chess club send their regards also.
December 21, 2010
Erica, William, and Family,
We were so sorry to hear of Nancys passing. She was a wonderful, kind and caring person who will be missed. You children meant the world to her. We will keep you all in our thoughts during this difficult time. Take Care,
Ross and Debbie Kerns
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