William E. Kerns Sr.

Frankenmuth, MI

Devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great- grandfather passed away peacefully with family by his side on Friday, June 4, 2021 at New Hope Bay Assisted Living; age 92 years. William was born on December 11, 1928 in Saginaw, MI. He served honorably in the US Navy.  He was married to Janice Ward on July 9, 1955; she survives him. William was welcomed into the Ward family, and always cherished the relationships with his in-laws. He was a member of the Fordney Club, Pioneer Club, Bridgeport Country Club, American Legion Post 439, the Germania and Elks Clubs. William was an avid golfer and enjoyed traveling with his family and friends, especially to Higgins Lake and Destin, Florida.

Surviving are his children and their spouses Connie Bryce of Frankenmuth, MI, Mary (Jose) Lopez of Houston, TX, Laurie (Edward) Duckett of Lansing, MI, William Jr. (Jolene) of Rogers City, MI, Phillip (Lisa) Kerns of Frankenmuth, MI; ten grandchildren Carrie (Tyler), Marybeth (Bryan), Jennifer, Joselynn (Cody), Josh (Theresa), Janni (Randy), Grant, Ellie, Mallory, and Wade; five great grandchildren.

A private memorial service will take place at a later date. The family would like to thank the staff at New Hope Bay for their loving care of William. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to the Frankenmuth Beautification Committee, as his love of Frankenmuth and Zehnders family dinners were a highlight of his life.

Arrangements entrusted to Cederberg Funeral Home of Frankenmuth.  Please sign our guest book or share an online condolence with the family at www.cederbergfh.com .