Nathan Kern M.D. passed away on Thursday, April 13, 2017. Born August 10th, 1929 to Hannah and Nathan Kern Sr., He was a lifelong resident of New Orleans before moving to Baton Rouge in 2008. He was a graduate of the LSU Medical School and was a member of the AOA honorary Medical Fraternity. He practiced pediatrics with the Ochsner Rothschild pediatric group. He was also a member of both the Jefferson Parish and Orleans Medical Society and a member of the AMA and the Academy of Pediatrics. He was on the staff of Children's Hospital, Touro Infirmary and Lakeside Hospital. He loved the arts and was a respected fine art photographer. He is survived by his wife, Bertha and their children Jeanne Kern Poe (Patrick Miller) and Michael Kern (Yukie). Also survived by 2 grandchildren, Joshua and Alexander Kern. Graveside services will be held on Wednesday, April 19, 2017 at 10:00 AM in Tikvat Shalom Cemetery (in Jefferson Memorial Gardens), 11316 River Road, St. Rose, LA. Followed by a reception at Shir Chadash Synagogue. Kindly omit flowers. Memorials are suggested to Myasthenia Gravis Foundation of America (MGFA) or the charity of your choice. Condolences may be expressed online at www.tharpsontheimerfh.com. Information, (504) 835-2341.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Apr. 15 to Apr. 16, 2017.

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18 Entries

Trudy Lacour

February 27, 2020

To the family of Dr.Kern,I am so sorry for your loss and my heart goes out to you. Dr Kern was my children's pediatrician until they were grown.I think he was a great diagnostician.He had wonderful way of relating to children and to their parents as well. He had a great sense of humor and remembered so many things that my children would say to him which made them feel special. I think he was a good man, very interesting and highly intellengent.We feel blessed to have known him and had him in our lives for so many years. Rest in peace Dr. Kern.

Carmel Preyan Van Dyke

November 30, 2019

I'm 59 years old and Dr. Kern was my pediatrician up until I was 18 years old. What an awesome Dr. he was. I hated when I had to move on to another physician due to my age..Today, you don't see many physicians with the same caring heart as him. I wS just wondering if he wS still alive. Even though I'm older and a registered nurse , I still think of the care he rendered to me and my siblings while growing up. To God be the Glory for a wonderful caring doctor.

Chantell Dillon

April 21, 2017

Mrs. Bertha and Family. I'm sorry for your loss, you all have my deepest sympathy. My heart is heavy, Dr. Kern was an exceptional man who always had a kind word, a smile or great advice to give me. I will miss his smile he gave as I entered in the Condo every night, his conversations, photos, and his company. I've come to care deeply for Doc and Mrs. Bertha and have adopted them as my Extended Family. He will be missed and I pray GOD gives you all the strength you need to persevere. I thank GOD he let our paths cross.....

Steven Singerman

April 19, 2017

So sorry for your loss. I remember Dr. Kern as a very kind man, always inquisitive, as I remember him. Being a friend of his son Michael's, I also remember him as extremely tolerant. Several of us teenagers spent many evenings in the Kern home in the 70's cutting up and doing what teenager's do. Maybe we spent so many nights there because Dr. and Mrs. Kern were so easy-going.
All my best to the family at this solemn time.

Diane Swayzer Smith

April 19, 2017

Jeanne, I am so sorry for your loss, Please know that I am praying for your family.

April 18, 2017

Dear Kern family, my prayers are with you as you journey through this season of your life. It was a pleasure to have known and to have trusted Dr. Kern and the Rothschild practice with the care of my three sons . They are now 46, 39 and 35 y.o. May all of God's blessings rest on you.
Fondly,
Mr. & Mrs. Edward Ventress

Linda Vaccaro

April 17, 2017

Dr. Kern was a wonderful pediatrician. He was always kind, patient, and knowledgeable. My M/Law and S/Law both worked with him before he joined Rothschild Pediatrics. So sorry to hear of his passing. Our condolences to his family.

Dawn Hickey-Greatrex

April 17, 2017

Sending my condolences to Mrs. Bertha and family. Dr. Kern was my pediatrician and was a very kind, caring and dedicated pediatrician.
I only have good memories of this wonderful man. As a child, I looked forward to going to see Dr. Kern, see the new pictures he had taken, and hopefully hear that his heel was feeling better. I can still remember my chart number 9969.
Dr. Kern will be missed, but never forgotten.

Margaret Price

April 17, 2017

Dr. Kern was our families pediatrician. He was so kind and gentle. He will be missed.

April 17, 2017

Dr. Kern took care of my boys when they were young. I was a young mother and he was very understanding when I had to ask questions. My son had IPT , Dr. Ken was wonderful treating my son and the parents. We have never forgotten him.
Condolences to his family.

Thomas Babin

April 16, 2017

Sad to hear the news of Nathan's passing. What a pediatrician. What a friend. I first met Nathan when I joined the Rothschild Pediatric Group in 1992, fresh out of my residency. I remember Nathan was on vacation the day I started, but he left me a nice note welcoming me to the group. Still have his note to this day. Nathan was without a doubt the smartest pediatrician I have ever known. He was my mentor and my friend. I had the pleasure of sharing an office with him for many years at Rothschild. I respected him as a physician and enjoyed his friendship even more. Nathan by far had the most influence on who I have become as a pediatrician. Whenever there was a tough case in the office with a patient's particular illness, we (my other partners) would often consult each other for more input. Nathan would go into the room, evaluate the patient, come out and make the correct diagnosis. His famous words were, "I have spoken". He wasn't cocky...he was just right all the time. All my other partners valued Nathan's input as well because he was an extremely intelligent doctor. To this day I use Nathan's "I have spoken" line often when making my own correct diagnoses. I'll never forget you friend. Thanks again for passing on your knowledge of pediatrics and thanks for being a good friend. I and Cheri along with Dolleen and the whole staff at Ormond Pediatric Group will miss you ..................................I have spoken.

April 16, 2017

Sorry for your loss may you draw comfort from Gods word at Hosea 13:14 Lima Ohio

eileen and Dana Wallen

April 16, 2017

Dear Bertha ,

We send our condolences to the family and friends he will be missed and may his memory be a blessing Again please accept condolences on the loss of a father grandfather and friend

Gloria MAnucia

April 16, 2017

I met Dr. Kern once many years ago in his role as a photographer. He was personable and agreeable man, and I will continue to remember him with fondness when I see his signed photos that adorn local health facilities.

Monica Malta

April 16, 2017

With our deepest condolences. Dr. Kern was our pediatrician and he was such a loving, caring and dedicated pediatrician. Our prayers for his wife and children.

The Malta Family

Christopher Meyers

April 16, 2017

A marvellous, dedicated, and affectionate pediatrician, who cared for my four daughters in good times and stressful times. My children adored and loved him, as did my wife and I.

James Fruthaler

April 16, 2017

Nathan was one of Louisiana's finest pediatricians.

Staff of Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp Funeral Home

April 15, 2017

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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