FRANCIS J., age 92, of Glen Mills, PA, formerly of Drexel Hill, PA, on June 20, 2013. Beloved husband of the late Phyllis Kern (nee Marota). Dear father of Joseph F. Kern, Richard C. Kern (Gina), June Stolnis (John) and Jerry M. Kern. Brother of Robert C. Kern (Pat). Also survived by 9 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Francis served in the U.S. Army during World War II and was a 3rd Degree member of the Knights of Columbus, Council No. 590, Springfield PA. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Wednesday, June 26, 2013, 8:30 to 10 A.M., THE DONOHUE FUNERAL HOME, 8401 WEST CHESTER PIKE (cor. LYNN BLVD.), UPPER DARBY PA, 610-449-0300, followed by his Funeral Mass, 10:30 A.M., St. Andrew the Apostle Church, 3500 School La., Drexel Hill PA. Entombment Holy Cross Cemetery.

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Published by Philadelphia Inquirer/Philadelphia Daily News on Jun. 23, 2013.

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Rosalie Froio

June 24, 2013

Sending my prayers to the family. My god bless you and give you strength Rich and Gina and family if you needed anything let me know your dad in heaven now he's at peace.

Charlotte Miller

June 23, 2013

May the light guide your spirit to soar with the birds!

charlotte miller

June 23, 2013

Rest in Peace Dad

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