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Richard Kern Obituary
Arlington - Richard "Richie" Byrnes Kern passed away Wednesday December 18, 2019 in Arlington, Virginia.
He was born May 20, 1987 in Reno, NV. He attended Our Lady of the Snows Catholic School and Galena High School, where he excelled at rock climbing. Richie then lived in Albuquerque, New Mexico and California working for Shamrock Foods alongside his Father Bob where he was the best dressed guy in the place. Richie was a hard worker and an excellent business man. Richie was an amazing artist and much of his artwork hangs in his friends and families homes. He loved Music, his love of Music matched his vivacious and special soul. Richie brought constant laughter and light to our family. Richie is survived by his Father; Bob, Mother; Nancy, Sister; Colleen, Sister-in-law Tory, his Nana, many Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins, girlfriend Charlotte, and his bird William. Services will be announced at a later date.
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Corinne McDonald
December 30, 2019
Nancy, Bob and Colleen:
I I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Linda Bennett
December 29, 2019
We remember babysitting for Richie when Nancy first went back to work in the carpet industry. He was such a good little boy! So sorry Bob & Nancy for your loss. My heart goes out to you.
December 29, 2019
Dear Bob and Nancy,
We are so sorry to hear of Richie's passing. Please accept our deep condolences on your loss.
David and Renne Lightner
Nolita Salter
December 29, 2019
Nancy, Bob and Coleen, you are in my thoughts and prayers. I am glad to have met him when he visited AZ. God Bless!
Nolita
December 27, 2019
Dear Bob and Nancy, We were so sad to read about Richie's passing. We know that your strong faith and even stronger family will help you through this very devastating time. Our love and prayers to you, Larry, Carla, Cam, and Lauren Sankovich
The Sisters and Residents of Misericordia
December 27, 2019
Our sympathy and special prayers for Richie and all his family and friends.
The Sisters and Residents of Misericordia
December 26, 2019
Our sympathy and special prayers for Richie and all his family and friends.
December 26, 2019
Nancy and Bob,
So very sorry. My sincerest condolences. Will keep you in my thoughts.
Mike Mulhern
Colleen Wozniak
December 24, 2019
John and I are so sorry for your loss- Ritchie always brought a smile to the room. We are thinking of you all- love, Colleen Wozniak
Ed and Lin Mondragon
December 24, 2019
Bob, Nancy and Colleen:
Will always miss Ritchie!! You now our thoughts and prayers are always with you.
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