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George Kern Obituary
Survivors: In addition to his loving wife Victoria, sons, George M. Kern, IV (Amy) of Mechanicsville, Va, Brian C. Kern (April) of Littleton, CO; step daughters, BettyAnn S. Bjorken (Randall) of Wyomissing, PA, VickyAnn J. Mitchell (Michael) of Fairbanks, AK; sister, Carol J. Wheeler of Floral Lakes, FL; grandchildren, Zachary and Rachel; step grandchildren, Sonja, Erik, Benjamin, Hannah, Elias, Samuel, Phoebe, Rachel, Ethan, and Caleb; step great grandson, Oliver.
Service: A funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m. Wednesday November 20, 2019 in the Heintzelman Funeral Home, Inc. 4906 Route 309 Schnecksville, PA with the Rev. Dr. Allan Kramer Moyer officiating. Family and friends may pay their respects from 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 19, 2019 and 10:00a.m. – 11:00a.m Wednesday in the funeral home. Online expressions of sympathy may be recorded at www.heintzelmancares.com
Contributions: In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Union U.C.C. Memorial Fund c/o the funeral home P.O. Box 196 Schnecksville, PA 18078
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Memories and Condolences
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Betti Bjorken
June 20, 2020
Sonja Mahon
February 9, 2020
Ron & Dorothy Herbinger
January 15, 2020
George was soft-spoken, intelligent, and knowledge-sharing. We were fortunate that he came into my sister-in-laws life 35 years ago. They traveled the world together and shared their experiences with family and friends. George and Vicky visited us every Springtime in Florida and we loved that he loved boating and fishing with us along with flea marketing. We really enjoyed his uniquely cold-smoked salmon (caught on his annual Alaskan trips). Today, it still is our favorite by far! George was also an inspiration to all the Boy Scouts he came into contact with. Farewell George, Rest In Peace with all our loved ones. He will always be remembered by us. Vicky, we are sorry for your loss. Love, Dorothy & Herby
Vicky Kern
January 14, 2020
My dear George, I think God brought two people together who were trying to find His plan for them. Thank you Jesus. Our 35 wonderful years of marriage watched our children marry; becoming grand parents to 12 and great grand parents. You kept your promise to take me traveling that far surpassed my expectations, showing me the wonders of the U.S.A. and by fulfilling your "Bucket List" of traveling to the seven continents. You got me to ski, with many good memories and a few not so good. A few times, I became you fishing buddy in Alaska where we then could visit some of those grand children. You completed so many woodworking projects, but that book shelf project was always on the bottom, alas, never completed. You have given me your love and so many memories. You are missed very much. With love,
Hannah Boswell
November 28, 2019
November 13, 2019: The day you were immortalized in our hearts. ❤ I cant help but think of all the early mornings on the lake, afternoons playing dominoes, riverboat trips, inside jokesI loved the time we got to spend together. I remember asking you about your job, the patent you held, and your professional travels and realizing you werent only a fun grandpa, you had a fascinating and well-traveled life. Youre very special to me and Im proud to be your granddaughter. PopPop, its hard to say goodbye, but you will live on forever in our hearts.
Gene Stupak
November 22, 2019
Vicki and family, our condolences for the passing of George.
You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
God bless, Debbie and Gene Stupak
Samuel Mitchell
November 20, 2019
RIP Pop-pop. 11-13-2019.
Fishing. So what does fishing have to do with anything? Well, in my relationship with Pop-pop it was almost everything! I spent 11 months of the year looking forward the July when he would come visit and take my brothers and me fishing, whether it was throwing worms for stockers in our lakes or catching halibut in Valdez. He deserves all the credit for my passion for the hobby. Needless to say, anytime I grab my rod and hit the water, I will remember you. Thank you for all those great memories.
Anthony &Toni Brasten
November 20, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.You are in our prayers.
Harry Tom
November 20, 2019
George touched so many lives with his generous spirit and he did it in such an uplifting and positive way. Our family will miss him especially for his dedication to Troop 60 and the many scouts he mentored and guided in their journey through the program. Peace be with you George and your family.
Ben Mitchell
November 19, 2019
The last time I saw my wonderful Mom-mom, our visit was punctuated by the beautiful tones of the exquisite grandfather clock embellishing my grandparents living room. Today, when I walked into my Mom-moms house, the pendulum had stopped. The silence of the clock was a poignant reminder that the hands of the master craftsman who had built the clock had laid down his tools for the last time. In so many ways, the clock was a powerful symbol of my Pop-pops life.
The beauty of the gold foil clock face and its intricate hands faithfully marching out time clearly parallel the beauty that Pop-pop sought through his lifetime. He is the only man I personally know who has explored all seven continents, enjoying countless awe-inspiring sights from the towering peaks of Machu-Pichu to city-block sized icebergs in Antarctica to the vast African plains. Both Pop-pop and I had a love for mountaineering. He led many a boy scout up the slopes of Mt. Washington. I started a tradition of calling him and Mom-mom from the peaks of mountains if I had cell service. Several years ago, I called him from the peak of Mt. Washington where he had stood multiple times with dozens of boy scouts. Just last month, I had the privilege of calling him from Pikes Peak. He and Mom-mom would send us postcards from around the world. I distinctly remember receiving a postcard from Mesa Verde when I was very young. Last month, I sent them a postcard from Mesa Verde and was struck by the thought that we had come full circle.
In addition to the clocks beauty, the grandfather clocks perfect miters and flawless varnish remind me of the great attention to detail my Pop-pop gave to everything he invested his time in. I spent many hours with him on his annual trips, fishing Alaskan waters for trout and salmon. He never was an Alaskan resident (even though we tried to convince him many times to become one to save on his exorbitantly priced out of state fishing license), but he was an expert at fishing Alaskan waters. In his salmon fishing expertise, he stood head and shoulders above many of the other anglers on the banks of the Kenai and Russian rivers. He also gave his best professionally, earning an influential patent to his name.
The grandfather clock also symbolized Pop-pops thoughtfulness of others. The clock that stood commandingly in his living room was not the only clock he had crafted. Each of his children and stepchildren were the recipients of a beautifully hand-crafted clock. He was thoughtful in the way he made a special effort to infuse his day-to-day interactions with humor. Ill always remember his mischievous good afternoon! if I ever showed my face around the house any later than about 7am!
Finally, the faithful ticking of the clock was a reminder of how Pop-pop valued time. He capitalized on each moment, purposefully spending it with people like his Boy Scout Troop 60, gardening, skiing, woodworking, fishing, planning his next big trip, or reading. He was a true example of capitalizing on each moment and living a rich, full life. Just as the pendulum of the grandfather clock he crafted came to a stop, Pop-pop has laid his head down to rest for the final time. As you rest in peace, Pop-pop, you will forever live on in our hearts and memories.
Carol Cugini
November 18, 2019
I very much appreciated the warm, welcoming hospitality received when visiting. He will be missed greatly by many whose lives were touched with kindness and thoughtfulness throughout his lifetime.
David and Laura Boswell
November 18, 2019
Our prayers for God's deep and abiding comfort are with you. May you all be filled with peace as you cherish the beautiful memories you have of George. What a glorious gift it is to love one another.
Eli Mitchell
November 18, 2019
How has the time passed so quickly? During the years of my upbringing, Poppop and Mommom's annual visit to Alaska were a well anticipated part of our summers. To have grandparents who made this long trip each year was a blessing.
Poppop's reserved, easygoing personality made him a pleasure to be around. The only time I recall him getting stern with me was on a fishing trip when I was very young. We were in a canoe, and I had hooked one of my first first fish ever. With Poppop's help, I managed to get the fish into the canoe. As it was flopping around in the bottom of the boat, I stood up in the canoe in my fright. "It's going to bite me!!!" I yelled, as the little foot-long rainbow trout flopped around wildly in the boat. Poppop, concerned that I might capsize the boat trying to evade the fish, told me to sit down. His words finally pierced through my irrational fears and calmed me down.
Through the years, numerous other adventures with Poppop followed. He was a steady teacher and companion. Every now and then, he would show a playful side of his personality and drop a few remarks, reminding us of something crazy we had done... Such as when he poked fun at my brother Samuel for the time he had yanked a little trout clear out of the water as he was learning to fly fish. It went sailing over his head and landed up in the branches of a willow. Poppop had fun teasing us on occasion.
As Poppop's days on earth have been completed, I look back fondly on the memories we created together. While he was not my grandfather by blood, I felt like he treated me as his own grandchild. I'm thankful for the time he shared with us.
April Kern
November 17, 2019
I cant believe its been over 20 yrs since I first met you when Brian and I started dating. It feels like yesterday. You were always so easy going and never had a negative word or judgmental word about anyone. Lord knows Brian gave you some good opportunities! (Ill leave myself out on that point. Hehe!)
You had such an infectious grin and an adventurous spirit. We both miss you so much but we know you have gone to be with some very special angels in Heaven. We wish for you all kinds of new adventures and we hope you will look after us from your new home above. Much love, Brian & April
Phoebe Mitchell
November 16, 2019
Where do I even begin, Pop-pop? Thank you for all the fishing trips and picnics at the lake, for playing Mexican Train with us kids late into the night, for going on walks and other adventures with us, and for telling us stories from your life and travels, and just showing you cared. Thank you for all those special moments and more
You were sweet and patient, dear Pop-pop; I remember when you'd take us fishing, I often had trouble casting the fishing line well. But you would patiently walk me through the process and help me cast the line better, and what a moment of victory it was when that bobber began bobbing around! I treasure those memories and many others with you.
Your life touched many lives, Dear Pop-pop, and I am so blessed to have been one of those lives. Thank you so much for everything. You were a dear grandfather to us. You are and will be greatly missed, but the memory of you will continue to live on in our hearts.I love you, Pop-pop.
Caleb Mitchell
November 16, 2019
I had lots of fun times with Poppop. He and Mommom would visit us every year, and he would take us fishing. On one fishing trip with Poppop, I caught the biggest fish I've ever gotten yet. And we always played Mexican train with him and Mommom. Poppop also showed us lots of his woodwork; it was very detailed and beautiful. I will miss our special times together, and I miss you, Poppop.
Ethan Mitchell
November 16, 2019
Pop-pop was a kind, quiet person who loved to take you fishing, and tell you stories. When we where little he would bounce us on his knee, and loved to watch you grow. it was fun to listen to stories about his inventions, and the seven continents Pop-pop and Mom-mom went to.These are just some of the many GREAT memories we had with Pop-pop. It was a blessing having him as our grandfather,and there's no way we can explain how much we will miss him... We miss you Pop-pop.
Tony Major
November 16, 2019
Vicky and Family,
Sorry to hear of your loss. Gorge was a good friend and fine man. We had many happy experiences working and car pooling together.
Unfortunately, I will be away on the day of his service. I can assure you that I'll be there in spirit.
Rachel Mitchell
November 16, 2019
It was such a blessing and honor to have him as Pop-pop. He was so talented when it came to doing things with his hands. From beautiful art pieces to fishing. When Mom-mom and he came up in the summer, he was excited to take the time to take us fishing and we were always excited to go. He had great patients even if it involved untangling a fish hook from your sister's or your hair. We had so many more memories than just fishing, and they will always have a special place in my heart. He truly was a man i was proud of to call my grandfather.
I love you Pop-pop, and miss you! Thank you for being the wonderful grandfather you were to us. I will not forget your kindness.
Mike Mitchell
November 16, 2019
George was a kind and unselfish man, a real blessing to our family through the years. He took our children fishing, and shared many interesting stories with us. His steady and quiet nature made him pleasant to be around. I will miss our time with him very much. God blessed us by George being a part of all of our lives.
Richard Knowles
November 15, 2019
I worked for Silberline in Scotland and knew George for many years. He was unfailingly pleasant and helpful to me and my colleagues. I glad he had a long, happy anfd ful filling retirement.
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