David Kern Obituary
Born in Trenton, NJ, David was a resident of Delanco, NJ. A graduate of the Pennington School and Rider University, he was employed by the State of New Jersey and served in several positions throughout his career, most recently as the Deputy Director Division of Procurement for the Department of Transportation.
David was an avid sports fan, particularly a basketball enthusiast who loved coaching and officiating local youth games. He was recently recognized by the International Association of Approved Basketball Officials (I.A.A.B.O.) for his 20 years of service as a referee for many middle and high school games in the area, and was honored this year by the Township of Delanco for his dedication and contributions to youth sports. David was a trivia buff who loved 80's music, especially Huey Lewis and the News, and a fan of Duke Basketball, the Philadelphia Phillies and Eagles. But, his favorite activity was spending time with his family and friends, whether taking grand vacations or simply being together doing nothing at all.
David was a most loving and devoted husband, father and a friend to many. He is survived by his loving wife Lisa (Pasciucco) Kern and his pride and joy, son Nicholas; his mother and father-in-law, Carole and Peter Pasciucco; brothers-in-law Michael Pasciucco and Joseph Pasciucco and many close friends who were his family.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, morning at 10:00 AM at Poulson & Van Hise Funeral Directors, 650 Lawrence Road, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648.
Interment will be held at Ewing Cemetery.
The visitation for David will be held on Sunday, October 2 from 2:00 – 5:00 PM and Monday morning from 9:00 – 10:00 AM at the funeral home.
David and his family led many holiday Toys for Tots toy drives. In lieu of flowers, visitors are asked to bring to visitation one new unwrapped toy for donation to the Toys for Tots organization in David's memory. Memorial donations can be made by check payable to Toys for Tots, 18 W. Woodlawn Avenue, Maple Shade, NJ 08052. Please include David's name in the memo area of the check.
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Dave DeMartin
October 12, 2022
Dear Kern Family,
I was sent the notice of David's passing by the Pennington School. Dave and I were classmates at Pennington and we spent many lunch periods riding in his Camaro from Pennington to DeLorenzo's for pizza. He was very proud of the car! Although it has been a long time since I have seen him, he was a dear friend and I am very sad to hear of his passing. I am sending my sincere condolences to his family.
Bonnie Maze Garafano
October 11, 2022
My prayers and heartfelt sympathy to the family. I was a fellow classmate of David's and have many great memories of hanging out in the library in the mornings. I'm very sad to hear the news and I pray that God will bring you comfort.
Richard Langan
October 11, 2022
Hello Kern Family, My sincere condolences in this time of loss. I was notified via email from Pennington of David's passing. I went to high school with David and he was a good soul and a good friend. I pray you all are ok during this difficult time and if there is anything I can do, please let me know.
Jennifer Barron
October 3, 2022
Just learned of Dave's passing today. My deepest sympathies to his family. He paid great attention to detail in his work at NJDOH and had a great memory for fun trivia. RIP Dave.
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Roseann Koval
October 3, 2022
My condolences to the Kerns family during this very difficult time. I worked with Dave on procurement hires and know that he will be missed.
Tanya Hudson-Murray
October 2, 2022
Lisa you have my most sincere and deepest condolences. I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that God will see you through this difficult time. I will continue to keep you and your family in prayer.
Michael and Amy Cirmo
September 30, 2022
On behalf of the Hamilton College community, I would like to express our sincerest condolences. I have had Mr. Kern's son Nick as a student for the past three years. He is an absolutely wonderful person, and, I know he had the best role models in his parents. We hope your family can find some solace in the wonderful legacy that Nick exemplifies. Love and prayers.
Linda Weih
September 28, 2022
Please know that I will be praying for you . You have my sincere condolences.
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