Jeffrey M. Kern

Jeffrey M. Kern, 39, of Wyomissing, died unexpectedly on Saturday, December 3, 2016. Jeff has left behind his loving parents, Sandy (Burkhart) and Ed Kern of Sinking Spring, and his brother Ed and his family, Amy and Matthew, of Wyomissing. He is survived by his daughter Samantha, whom he adored. His former wife Kim and his fiancée Andrea are also devastated by Jeff’s passing. He will be missed by his cousins Judi and Debbie and their families who also loved him all his life.

Jeff graduated from Wyomissing High School in 1996. He received degrees from Reading Area Community College, the University of Pittsburgh and Northampton County Community College. He worked as a funeral director at numerous funeral homes until health no longer permitted him to do this kind of work. He was especially inspired by Dave and Terry Eames of The Labs Funeral Home, Inc. and Tim Stanton of the Stanton Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., all of whom befriended and mentored him.

Jeff was an accomplished musician playing the saxophone throughout his school years and in groups thereafter. Jeff loved visiting the beach and spent as much time as he could in Rehoboth Beach with his family.

Jeff was a sweet and loving person with a caring nature. His family and those who loved him will miss his presence among us for the rest of our lives, but his spirit will be with us forever. We pray that God has embraced him in his loving arms.

Funeral services will be at Atonement Lutheran Church, 5 Wyomissing Boulevard, Wyomissing, Pa. on Saturday, December 10, 2016 with a visitation from 12:30 to 2:00 PM and a service of Christian burial at 2:00 PM. Graveside services will be private at a later date.

 Instead of flowers, please make memorial contributions to the Common Ground Ministry, Atonement Lutheran Church, 5 Wyomissing Boulevard, Wyomissing, PA 19610.

Arrangements by The Labs Funeral Home, Inc. and Stanton Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc.

For additional information and online condolences, please visit www.thelabsfh.com
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Dear Jeff, I miss you. You always came to dinner to dressed for us with book in tote. I am playing with the four legged girls as you did..!!!! The girls miss you, smell the bed and your hugs for them, not to mention their late night walks. You will always be in thougts. You cut my grass, took care of our my pool, walked the dogs and do not forget Leon.. Love always,. Mumsy Chura. Thank you for my Birthday Card early as it was. !2/11 The.Chura Family, Finance Andrea, Mumsy Carol, Cali, Mya, & Leon. RIP

~ carol chura sinking spring, pa
12/9/2016 9:42:05 PM

I am sorry to learn about Jeff. I am sending strength and love to his family and close friends.

~ Elizabeth Cairo Philadelphia, PA
12/9/2016 4:28:11 PM

To the Kern Family, My condolences for the loss of Jeff. He and I were best friends in school, and I still look back on those days very fondly. Jeff was a truly kind person and a really great friend, and he will be sorely missed by everyone he touched. Warmest Regards, Jeff Webber

~ Jeffrey Webber Alameda, CA
12/7/2016 9:47:49 PM

Ed/Sandy, So sorry to learn about Jeffrey. We fondly remember him in the Wickford neighborhood in Wyomissing. May God provide peace to his soul. Sincerely, Ron and Chitra Gupta

~ Ron ad Chitra Gupta Potomac, MD
12/7/2016 3:02:11 PM

So sorry to hear of Jeff's Passing. We remember him fondly when he was a child and later when he attended Pitt University. In his short life he was blessed to have a loving family and you were all blessed to have had him in your lives. With sincere sympathy Cousins, Ken and Francie Noca

~ Ken and Fran Noca Saltsburg, PA
12/6/2016 5:25:22 PM

So very sorry to hear of Jeff's sudden passing. We graduated high school together and he was always so sweet. Praying for your family at this difficult time.

~ Brandy Blandon, Pa
12/5/2016 10:49:05 PM

My deepest sympathies to each family member and Andrea. My heart is heavy for your loss. Prayers for you all. Karen

~ Karen Hutchinson Fleetwood, Pa
12/5/2016 9:51:08 PM

My heart goes out to Jeff's family, especially Sammy. Jeff was my fiancee & my best friend! I hope you have no more pain and finally you can rest in peace my love. There wont be a day that goes by that I don't think of you. Until we meet again, I will always love you Jefferson Mya and Cali love and miss you too.

~ Andrea Chura Sinking Spring, Pa
12/5/2016 9:44:50 PM

Jeff and I were aquantances in high school. Although we haven't stayed in touch, it saddens me to hear of his passing. I will keep him in my memories.

~ PETER O'Brien SHILLINGTON, PA
12/5/2016 6:16:09 PM

I am very sorry to hear of Jeff's passing. Jeff and I attended Pitt together. We met in Abnormal Psychology class when I forgot a pencil one day. We hung out studying, going hiking and going to Phipps. He enjoyed cooking and I remember him making me his favorite puttanesca sauce at Tree Tops! Sailing was one of his joys we often talked about. Jeff was one of the kindest people I have ever met and his passing breaks my heart. As a recent new mom my thoughts are with your family and his beautiful Samantha.

~ Kiflyn Eiswerth-McCabe
12/5/2016 2:29:18 PM

All of us at Mann-Slonaker funeral home send our deepest sympathies to Jeff's entire family. He was a dedicated, caring and compassionate funeral director for our firm. We are terribly saddened to hear of his passing. RIP Jeff .

~ Carl Slonaker East Greenville, Pa
12/5/2016 2:21:27 PM

Ed and the entire Kern Family. We are so sorry to hear about your son Jeff. May the grieving process allow you to fondly recall all the special memories you shared. With condolences ....Tom Lucci, Pat Dull and Nrms.

~ Tom Lucci Chagrin Falls, Oh
12/5/2016 1:59:43 PM

Ed, all my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Please accept my most heart felt condolances.

~ Pat Dull Chagrin Falls, Oh
12/5/2016 1:45:09 PM

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