Charles "Bud" Kerner Obituary (1927 - 2017)

Charles "Bud" Kerner age 90 passed away surrounded by his family on October 14, 2017. Beloved husband of Nancy Kerner (nee Haas) for 65 Years. Loving father of Ann Saddel (Chuck), John Kerner (Wendy), L. Teal Mercer (William) and Karen Lucas (Roy). Brother of Anne Rooney (James), Robert (Connie), Walter (Eleanor) and the late Jean Ewald (Robert). He is also survived by his 10 grandchildren, Barbara, Deborah, David, Michael, Kathleen, Joseph, Daniel, Theresa, Aaron, Maria, 8 great grandchildren, Jack, Kyle, Rosemary, Mickey, Marcus, Kira, Emmerson, Maclin, nieces, nephews and dear friends. Mr. Kerner was a graduate of Central High School, West Chester State, Temple University and the University of Illinois. He taught mathematics, and coached soccer at Lower Merion High School and Delaware County Community College. He was also a US Army Korean War Veteran who served with the Army Corps of Engineers and a recipient of the Bronze Star. Bud and his wife Nancy RV'd though 47 states. Relatives and friends are invited to greet his family Thursday, October 19, 2017 from 10:00 am to 11:00 am at Wesley Enhanced Living. (In Wesley Hall entrance behind building). His mass of Christian Burial will follow Thursday 11:00 am. Interment will be private at the family's request. In lieu of flowers memorials to Wesley Enhanced Living Benevolent Care Fund 8401 Roosevelt Blvd. Philadelphia, PA 19152 would be appreciated.