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Edward H. Kern Sr.

Edward Kern Obituary

Kern Sr., Edward H. age 83, late of New Lenox, formerly of Lockport and Chicago, Tuesday August 19, 2008 at his late residence. Preceded in death by his parents George and Loretta (Murray) Kern, brothers George and Bill and a sister Loraine. Survived by his wife Laverne "Mickey" (Ligue), children Edward Jr. (Janice), Sandra (Steve) Bialczak and Patricia (Leo) Rygula, grandchildren Steven, Mike, Brian (Monick) and Tommy Bialczak, Gina (Jason) Judge, Edward (Sarah) Kern, Patti Ann and Leo "Pete" Rygula, great-grandchildren Destiny and Brian Bialczak and Jordyn Judge, daughter-in-law Terry Kern, a brother Ralph, sisters Loretta, Shirley, Rose and Frannie, a niece, Grace Cowden and several other nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services will be held Friday, 10 a.m. in the O'Neil Funeral Home Chapel, 1105 E. 9th St. (159th St.), Lockport with Deacon Rob Weierman officiating. Interment Good Shepherd Cemetery, Orland Park. Visitation Thursday, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. O'Neil Funeral Home, Lockport, 815-838-5010.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Aug. 21, 2008.

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mike hickey

August 27, 2008

sorry for your loss.

Photo taken circa late 60's

Jim Long

August 27, 2008

My condolances to all families. What a character, I worked with Ed Kern many years and learned quite a bit from him. He was always smiling and loved to tell stories. I'm sorry I was out of town when he passed. I will always remember him and smile. May he rest in peace.

Martha Walls (Flores)

August 21, 2008

To the Kern and Bialczak Family,
We are so sorry for you loss.
John & Martha Walls

Therese Dydo

August 21, 2008

Mickey, Aunt Pat, Uncle Leo & Family.
I am thinking of you and your family at this difficult time. It truly isn't easy losing someone you love so much. I hope that in the days and weeks ahead you can find comfort in your memories and in each other. Love, Always, Therese (Murphy) Dydo & Family

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