Richard Vernon Kernodle, Jr.

Richard Vernon Kernodle, Jr., 66, of Moncure, died Tuesday, December 24th, 2024, at his home surrounded by his family.

Richard was a native of Alamance County, born on February 10th, 1958, to Richard Vernon Kernodle, Sr. and Betty Ward Kernodle. He is preceded in death by his father.

Richard held many state licenses including general contractor, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC. He was the owner – operator of Chatham Industrial Supply for over 20 years. He could tell anyone how to fix anything. He loved working on his 1948 Chevy Coupe and was a gun enthusiast. Richard was also a former bass player for Homeward Bound. He loved spending time with his family and feeding the neighborhood cat.

Richard leaves, to cherish his memory, his wife of 39 years, Tammy Irby Kernodle; his daughter, Lisa Kernodle; his mother, Betty Ward Kernodle of Burlington; and his brother, Randy Kernodle and his wife, Trudy of Burlington.

Funeral services will be Saturday, December 28th, 2024, at 12 pm, at Smith & Buckner Chapel in Siler City. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow at 2 pm, at Mebane Memorial Gardens in Mebane, NC. Services will be officiated by Reverend Jerry Sanders.

Smith & Buckner Funeral Home will be assisting the Kernodle family.

Online condolences can be made at www.smithbucknerfh.com