Henry “Hank” L. Kern
Henry “Hank” L. Kern, 91, of Mayville passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 14, 2020, at Prairie Ridge Assisted Living in Mayville with his wife by his side.
Hank was born the son of Adam and Leona (Golemgeske) Kern on February 14, 1929, in Waukesha.
He was a veteran of the US Army, having served overseas during the Korean War.
He was united in marriage to Jane Walker on December 30, 1950, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Mayville.
Hank had worked as a police officer in Mayville before working at Mayville Die and Tool until his retirement.
In his spare time, Hank loved the outdoors especially hunting, fishing, and golfing with his family.
Hank is survived by his wife, Jane of Mayville; his daughter-in-law, Sheryl Kern of West Bend; his grandchildren, Jason (Sally) Milz and Jaime (Jesse) Umentum; his great-grandchildren, Rachael, Jordan, Peyton, Caden, Mason, and Brexton; his great-great-granddaughter, Isabell. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his son, David; and his four brothers and four sisters.
A memorial service will be held at a late date at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Mayville with the Rev. Sara Gillespie officiating and military honors to follow by the Mayville American Legion Post #69.
Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville is serving the family. For online condolences and other information please visit www.KoepsellFH. com