Mr. Alvin Edward Kerns, age 88, of Cave Spring, GA, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at a local healthcare facility.
Alvin was born in Chattooga County, GA on February 1, 1938, son of the late Ralph Kerns, Sr. and the late Stella Selman Kerns. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, Ralph Kerns, Jr. and Robert “Bobby” Kerns; and his nephew Todd “Boo” Kerns. He was a proud Veteran, having served for 6 years with the United States Army, 2 years active duty and 4 years in the Reserves.
Alvin was a simple but very intelligent man. He spent his working years working as a brick mason, but his passion was his farm. He enjoyed working his cattle, gardening, and hunting. He was a true outdoorsman at heart, and he was an avid NASCAR fan. He was a very loving brother and uncle; he will be sorely missed.
Those left to cherish his memory are his sister, Lynn Mills; his sister-in-law, Joann Kerns; several nieces and nephews and many great nieces and nephews.
Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at 1:00pm, at New Prospect Baptist Church with Rev. Joseph Stapleton officiating. Interment will follow in the New Prospect Baptist Church Cemetery with Rome American Legion Honor Guard presenting Military honors.
The family will receive friends at the church on Tuesday from 12:00 until the hour of service.
Pallbearers are asked to assemble at the church on Tuesday by 12:30pm and include, active, Stoney Wright, Steve Pruitt, Jerry Shaw, Taylor Brannon, Tucker Brannon, and Mitch McAfee; honorary, David McAfee, Paul Taylor, and Steve Brannon.
In lieu of flowers the family ask that you consider making a donation to the New Prospect Baptist Church Cemetery Fund in Alvin’s memory.
Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel is honored to serve the family of Mr. Alvin Edward Kerns.
