Jerry Kern Obituary
It is with sadness that the passing of Jerry Kern of Des Moines, Iowa is shared. Jerry, born on August 29, 1943, passed away on June 6, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Jerry Kern to pay them a last tribute.
He is survived by: his wife Dalene Kern; his children, Adam Kern, Vanessa Mikesell (Jimmy), Sheris Takala, Lorina Kern and Jason Kern; his grandchildren, Skylar Robb (Andrew), Mark Funderburk (Kailey), Cody Mikesell (Hailey), Seth Mikesell, Maddie Takala, Joshua Takala (Sasha), Jaime Cathsus (Adam), Gage Carroll, Makayla Carroll and Gavin; his great grandchildren, Klaira Robb, Karter Robb, Pyper Robb, Dawsen Robb, Rosie Funderburk, Violet Funderburk, Raygan Mikesell, Bella Mikesell, Gage Takala, Addison Takala and Clay Takala; and his grandson Brother Robert Reynolds (Michelle). He is also survived by many other nieces and nephews, relatives and friends.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Central Iowa Beekeepers Association, Iowa State Pigeon Association, or Animal Rescue League of Iowa in loving memory of Jerry.
