Ron was born July 18, 1948, in Bloomington, the son of Walter and Margaret Kern. He married Carolyn Purdy on June 27, 1975. She survives.
Also surviving are a brother, Walter Kern of NJ; a sister, Kay (Al) Maloney of AZ; several nieces and nephews; and his dog, Tigger. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Ron served in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. He was an avid Chicago Bear’s fan. He also loved playing the guitar. He was an adamant animal lover.
Cremation has been accorded, a memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, February 15, 2017, at East Lawn Funeral Home, Bloomington. Burial will follow in East Lawn Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. John’s Lutheran Church, Bloomington, McLean County Humane Society, American Heart Association, or the American Lung Association. Online condolences may be shared with the family at eastlawn-bloomington.com