Danny C. Kerns passed away on June 10, 2019 after a battle with Parkinson’s. He was a retired funeral home director and embalmer. In retirement he enjoyed volunteering, woodcarving, and sailing.
He is survived by his wife, Virginia Pat Kerns; his daughter, Vilma (Gustavo) Mendoza; his grandchildren, Lauren (Spencer) Wohlford, Mary Kate (Alex) Toler, Alexandra (Brandon) Griffith, Carlos (Veronica) Mendoza, and Rafael Mendoza; and his great-grandchildren, Lily and Ella Wohlford, Valerie Mendoza, Brandon, Julie, and Antonio Griffith, and Annabelle Mendoza.
He was preceded in death by his daughter, Michaela Eddy, and his parents, Hugh and Garnet Kerns.
The family will welcome friends at 9:30 a.m. on June 15, 2019 at St. James Catholic Church in Liberty. Celebration of mass will follow at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, his family suggests contributions be considered to Liberty Meals on Wheels or the Liberty Hospital Treehouse.
Arrangements in care of Bross & Spidle Funeral Home, Excelsior Springs.
Our Sincere Condolences
I am so sorry to learn of Danny’s passing. He was such a sweetheart and will be missed. Prayers for Virginia and the family for peace and comfort.
Janell Coleman
My sincere condolences. Danny was my friend and I thought often of him. So sorry V.P. for your loss. Love.
Jim Fagan
I am so sorry, Pat, to learn of Danny’s passing. We knew he has been heading that direction for many months, but that makes it no less hard for you to bear, or his family and many friends. You certainly gave your all to make his last days as good as possible. You two were blessed to find each other and enjoy sixty-some years of love and companionship! My condolences also to your granddaughters and their families and to the Mendoza family – their love and support is a tremendous asset. I will see you Saturday …
Love, Jo
Blessing to you Virginia and your family. We are sorry to hear about Danny’s passing and want to send our deepest sympathy to all of you. Danny was a very special person. We enjoyed knowing him and the time spent together on our path in life.
With Love, Dale and Dina
