John W. Kern Jr.
1900–1971 (age 71)
Biography
John W. Kern Jr. (1900–1971) carried forward the values of thoughtful citizenship that guided his lifelong connection to Indianapolis. He approached every endeavor with a sense of steadiness and believed that serving the common good required attentive listening, support for neighbors, and a willingness to reach across differences.
Those who come to Crown Hill Cemetery remember him for his calm counsel, his quick smile, and the generosity he extended to friends and strangers alike; his memory continues to encourage others to tend to the bonds that knit the community together.