Mel A. Kerns's obituary , Passed away on July 11, 2026 in McPherson, Kansas

Mel A. Kerns

June 2, 1954 - July 11, 2026 (72 years old)

McPherson, Kansas

Mel A. Kerns's obituary , Passed away on July 11, 2026 in McPherson, Kansas

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Mel A. Kerns

June 2, 1954 - July 11, 2026 (72 years old)

McPherson, Kansas

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Mel A. Kerns Obituary

Mel A. Kerns of McPherson, Kansas passed away on July 11, 2026. Mel, born on June 2, 1954 in Lindsborg, Kansas, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his father Melvin Dean Kerns. He is survived by: his mother Arline Anna Kerns (Hoffman) of Lindsborg, KS; his wife Pam; his sons, Doug Kretzer (Sydni) of McPherson, KS and Matt Kerns (Ashley Hanson) of McPherson, KS; his siblings, Debbie Miller (Cliff) of Blue Rapids, KS and Mark Kerns (Carla) of Lindsborg, KS; his grandchildren, Kaden Kretzer (Kenya), Cole Kretzer, Mya Carter (Drew), E. J. Kretzer (Sandra), Luke Kerns, Jake Kerns, Trace Kerns, Drew Hanson and Austin Hanson; and his great grandchildren, Emett Sawatzky, Viktor Kretzer and Farron Kretzer. He is also survived by extended family members and dear friends.

The family suggests memorial contributions be payable to the American Red Cross and can be mailed to Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 N. Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Stockham Family Funeral Home



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401 N Main St, McPherson, KS 67460

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