Marjorie Eileen Kern Obituary
The memory of Marjorie Eileen Kern of Springfield, Illinois, who passed away on May 3, 2026 at the age of 88, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Marjorie Eileen Kern to pay them a last tribute.
Though Marjorie has departed this earthly realm, her legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May her spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Theodore D. Kern and Martha E. Nettles Kern; and her siblings, Calvin Paul Kern, Donald Kern, Veda Nadine Elder and Theodora Natalie Boehm.
She is survived by: her children, Sherry Von Lanken of Springfield, Tamela Robinson (Mark) of Waggoner, Steve Von Lanken (Carol) of Springfield, Daniel Von Lanken (Donna) of Waggoner and Duane Von Lanken (Adam Wilson) of Springfield. She is also survived by ten grandchildren; several great and great-great grandchildren and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Memorial contributions may be made to The Arthritis Foundation, Diabetes Foundation, and Gout Research.
