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John Kerns Obituary
NASHVILLE - John Alee Kerns transitioned from this life on Wednesday, September 6, 2017, after a valiant journey with brain cancer. John was born in McDonough County, Illinois, on October 23, 1976, to Carolyn Newsome Kerns and the late John Curtis Kerns. He was also preceded in death by a daughter, Melanie Renee.
John is survived by his wife, Renee Evans Kerns; his children, Alyssa Marnique, Brianna Elizabeth, and Jackson Lee; his mother, sisters, brothers, in-laws, as well as a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, relatives, and friends.
Professional services have been entrusted to H.D. Pope Funeral Home of Rocky Mount, NC. The family will receive visitors from 5-7pm on Saturday, September 9, at the H.D. Pope Funeral Home in Rocky Mount, NC. The funeral service will be held at 3pm on Sunday, September 10, at Greater Joy Baptist Church - 820 Nashville Road Rocky Mount, NC 27803. Flowers and donations for his children's educational fund are graciously accepted.
As published in The Daily Reflector
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T B
December 11, 2017
John was my neighbor in Winston-Salem during my high school years. He displayed such excellent character, and was like a big brother to many of his younger neighbors. My sincere condolence.
Gregory Daniels
November 6, 2017
I'm definitely sorry for our loss. John was a great man who I had the pleasure of working with at The Arc of NC. He will truly be missed. Condolences to his family. I'm lost for words at the moment, I had no idea John was battling cancer. He was and always will be remembered as a courageous, thoughtful, respectful and knowledgeable man. Heaven, has received another angel!
September 12, 2017
So sorry for your loss. Jesus wept after the death of his friend Lazarus. John 11:35 We weep along with you. His example was written in the Bible to give us hope.
Rom. 15:4
JR Randolph
September 11, 2017
John was a great man and will be missed by family and friends. Know he in heaven smiling down! RIP JAK! JR
Priscilla Dixon
September 8, 2017
"May God's promises comfort you and sustain you..May His steadfast love be your strength and your hope." Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you as you go through this most difficult time. We love you. The Forsyth County Missionary Union, Winston-Salem, N.C.
Tracy Farmer
September 8, 2017
Words are not enough, John is well thought of. All my love and prayers to the family.
Shameka Coleman
September 8, 2017
You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
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