Walter R. Kernen Obituary
The memory of Walter R. Kernen of Brilliant, Ohio, who passed away on September 21, 2025 at the age of 79, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Walter R. Kernen to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Delbert Kernen and Esther Kernen (Saffle); his wife Erma Kernen (Bell); his daughter Debbie Shadley; and his siblings, Sonny Kernen, Paul Kernen and Rose Kernan.
He is survived by: his children, Roger Scott (Janis Wilt) of Brilliant, OH, James Scott (Susie) of Callahan, FL, Delbert Kernen (Nicole) of Brilliant, OH, Mary Benvenutti (late Pete) of Brilliant, OH, Sandra Wells (late Bobby Gene) of Brilliant, OH, Georgia Jarman (late Paul) of Brilliant, OH and Melissa Palcic (John) of Brilliant, OH; and his siblings, Ernest Kernen of Brilliant, OH and Elizabeth Tonetti (late Bill) of McDonald, PA. He is also survived by many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.
