Christina L. Kerns

Christina L. Kerns obituary, Wardensville, WV

Christina L. Kerns

Christina Kerns Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Giffin Funeral Home & Crematory on Oct. 1, 2025.

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Christina Lynn Kerns, 59, of Whitacre, VA, died on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at Winchester Medical Center.
Christina was born on September 3, 1965, in Berkeley Springs, West Virginia, the daughter of the late Roger Lee Stotler and Betty Lee Crouse Stotler. Christina had a deep love for the outdoors and especially enjoyed taking scenic rides through the countryside. She lived life fully and found joy in its simple pleasures. A devoted animal lover, she leaves behind her beloved dog, Lee. Christina also enjoyed quiet moments working on word searches.
Christina married her husband James J. Kerns on September 3, 2002.
Surviving with her husband of nearly 23 years are her children: Jason Navarro; Christin Dillow (Josh) all of Winchester, VA; Heather Kerns of Cross Junction, VA, a grandson: Eric Dillow and a special friend Betty Stotler.
The family will receive friends at the Giffin Funeral Home & Crematory in Capon Bridge, WV on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, from 1-2 PM followed by a celebration of Christina's life at 2 PM..
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