Mel Kiernan Obituary
With sadness, we share the passing of Mel Kiernan of Hernando, Mississippi. Mel, born on July 20, 1954, passed away on September 7, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Mel for his warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While he will be deeply missed, the influence he had on the lives around him remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Mel’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences he brought to the world.
He was predeceased by: his siblings, John Kiernan and Marie Stylianou. He is survived by: his children, Mathew Kiernan, Austin Kiernan (Laura), Morgan Kiernan Guin (Shiloh) and Courtney Bell (Coltin); his brothers, Brian Davies (Catherine) and Ged Hunter (Gill); and his grandchildren, Reace Bell and Elijah Bell. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation was held on Friday, September 11th 2026 from 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM at the Pate-Jones Funeral Home (4174 Hwy 51 S, Senatobia, MS 38668). A funeral service was held on Friday, September 11th 2026 at 2:30 PM at the same location. A burial was held on Friday, September 11th 2026 at the Longtown Cemetery (5398 Sees Chapel Rd, Crenshaw, MS 38621).
