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David Kern Obituary
He was an Army veteran of the Korean War.
Kern graduated from Penn State University in 1954 with a bachelor's degree in metallurgy.
He was an active life member of Salem United Methodist Church, Slatedale, serving as chair of church council for over 40 years, and most recently as the financial chairman.
The deceased was a life member and former assistant fire chief for the Slatedale Fire Co., a former member of the Slatedale-Emerald Lions Club, and a director of the Slatedale Cemetery Association for 54 years.
Surviving in addition to his widow are a son Dwayne, and his wife, Janet, and a daughter, Mary-Beth, wife of Drew Fatzinger Jr., both of Slatington; five grandchildren, Ashley, wife of Nathanael Horvath, Joseph Donohoe, and his wife, Whitney, Zachary Kern, and his companion, Tina Ross, and Dylan and Marissa Fatzinger; and nieces, nephews and godchildren.
Service: Funeral service 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 5, Salem United Methodist Church, Slatedale. Interment with military honors, Slatedale Cemetery. Call 10-11 a.m. Saturday in the church. Arrangements by Harding Funeral Home, 25-27 N. Second St., Slatington. Contributions in his name may be made to the church, 4019 Main St., Slatedale, Pa.
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Memories and Condolences
for David Kern
Lynda Cowes
November 18, 2011
Dear Aunt Burdelle, Dwayne, Mary-Beth, and families,
I still can't believe Uncle David is gone from this earth. He was such a wonderful person that truly loved his family. I will always remember the good times our families shared: the homemade ice cream and waffles, awesome cook-outs, birthday parties, 'home movie' nights and the fun trips on his antique firetruck. I can still hear Uncle David's laugh and see his smile. I will miss the best godfather ever! Love to all of you. RIP Uncle David! Duty...honor...country...
Susan J. Kern
November 7, 2011
Dear Burdelle, Dwayne, Mary Beth and family, I just found out that my dear cousin David died and I am devastated and so sad. There should be more David Kerns in this world; he was a prince of a man and a saint in so many ways...he would help any one in need and with a smile. So many people will miss him in many different ways. To each one of you, my thoughts and prayers are with you in the adjusting days ahead. God bless and love, Susan
Gayle and John Trumbull
November 6, 2011
Dear Burdelle, Dwayne and family, David will be greatly missed, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Carol& Matthew Polkowski
November 6, 2011
David was a great guy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time. He will always be remembered for his smile and great personality.
November 5, 2011
Burdelle, Dwayne,and Mary-Beth and families,
Our deepest sympathy goes out to all of you. You will always be in my heart and thoughts.
Love you. Lucy and Skip Kralik
Mary Hallman
November 4, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Frances Kuntz
November 4, 2011
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
November 4, 2011
David, you wil be sorely missed by your friends and family. We both enjoyed your friendship. God keep you.
Our prayers go out to the Kern family.
John and Joanne Matthews
Smyrna, Delaware/.
Terry Figueredo
November 4, 2011
Dear Burdelle,
Many miles away, the day comes to an end
thinking of you my far-away friend.
long to be there and hold you tight
too comfort you with all my might.
to share the burden of your loss & pain
my heart is breaking just the same.
want to reach out & wipe the tears away
but can't reach so i'll just pray and pray.
"Dear Jesus, carry Burdelle today
there are too many miles in my way.
But i'll always have you in my heart,
where the many miles can't keep us apart"!!!
So very, very sad over the loss of David, he was a "one of a kind"!
You are all(Dwayne,Janet,Marybeth,Drew
and grandchildren)in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless all of you. Especially you Burdelle, with much Love!
Mary-Beth (Kern) Fatzinger
November 4, 2011
Dear Daddy, I will love you forever. You were such an amazing, kind, generous and loving Father and the best Pop ever! Thank you for a lifetime of memories. I am so honored to be your Daughter and I hope that I can make you proud! I will miss your little pop-in visits to drop off a bag or pick one up! I will try to make your holiday Josh Early Candy runs. And whenever I hear MB I will think of you! Rest in Peace Pop!
XO! Mary-Beth
P.S. "Be careful"
Randy Roberts
November 3, 2011
I was sorry to learn of David passing. I lost my father 12 years ago...so I know while there is and always will be an emotional emptiness in your heart over his loss, we can always hold on to the great memories we've experienced with them. I remember David well, I always thought he was a great man, I really liked him. Peace be with your entire family.
Martinez [Lisa] Family
November 3, 2011
Mary Beth and family,
Sorry to hear about the passing of your Dad. Know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Kenneth Troxell
November 3, 2011
Dwayne, Janet and Family We are sorry to hear of your loss. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers at your time of sorrow.
November 3, 2011
Dwayne, Janet, and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family during this difficult time. David was a wonderful man who will be missed by all.
Peace and Love, Doug and Laurie
sherry yesik
November 3, 2011
Burdelle,Dwayne,Mary-Beth, I'm so sorry for the loss of David. He was a great man and a great neighbor of slatedale to us> May you always remember the great memories and fun times with him. I just know there is no other person that always had a smile on his face like him-never saw the man unhappy. You are all in our thoughts. Sherry Yesik and family
sean polkowski
November 3, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Sandra & Donald Becker
November 3, 2011
Mary-Beth,Drew,Dylan & Marissa, Your Dad and Grandpop will always be in our hearts. He was a super guy with a personality to match. Our angels will take good care of him, till we one day will meet up with them again. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love you.
Mark Loy
November 3, 2011
It was with great sorrow I learned of the passing of David. He was a kind, decent and generous man who enjoyed life and most of all his family. May the pain of your loss be overshadowed by the love you have for David. RIP my friend.
November 3, 2011
My deepest sympathy to the Kern Family. I had the privilege of working with Dave at BSCo and really enjoyed the time spent with him. Dave was truly one of the finest individuals that I have had contact with during my career.
Dennis Balla
Louisvill, KY
Dot & ED Hartman
November 3, 2011
Kern Family, David was always so Happy. He knew how to make us laugh. I'm sure he will be greatly missed. Our Condolences.
Robert Hahn
November 3, 2011
Burdelle and family, I am so sorry to hear about David. My sincerest condolences to you and your family. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Dawn Tomaino
November 3, 2011
Dwayne & Janet,
I am so sorry for your loss. Your Dad was such a nice man. I'll always remember him by the picture you kept in the office of he and your mom with their grandchildren on his antique fire truck. It was always evident by the stories you told, that he loved his family. May God keep you in his ever loving care during this difficult time.
November 3, 2011
Dear Helen and Family,
My condolences for the loss of Dave in your life.
He was an early mentor of my career with Bethlehem Steel at the Sparrows Point Plant in the 1960s era.
He was a great individual with the wonderful mix of intellect, humor and warmth.
I loved his PA Dutch accent and will always remember him.
Sincerely,
Leon Harbold
Marian Bauer
November 3, 2011
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
John Hewitt
November 3, 2011
Burdell and family, sorry to hear about David's passing. I know your family for most of my life and know he will be missed.
Jessica Hough-Strohl
November 3, 2011
Burdelle, Dwayne, Ash & Zach, I am truly sorry for your loss. I remember a lot of good times when I was little with David, at Ash and Zach's Birthday Parties. His smile was contagious, and I will always remember his Penn State Polo shirts he wore proudly.
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