Mary E. Kern, 101, of LaFontaine, passed away 11:50 am on Sunday, October 9, 2011 at Rolling Meadows Healthcare Center in LaFontaine. She was born in Wayne County, on March 23, 1910 to the late James and Carrie (Coyle) Gentry. She married Earl F. Kern in December of 1932. He preceded her in death in July 1975. Mary was a homemaker and operated an antique store.

She is survived by 2 daughters-in law, Carol Gentry of LaFontaine, and Kathy Gentry of Kendallville, IN; 2 sisters, Mrs. Vera Winn of Pennyslvania, and Mrs. Alta Garrigus of North Carolina;7 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, and 2 great great grandchildren.

Along with her parents and husband, she is preceded in death by 2 sons, 5 brothers, and 3 sisters.

Funeral Services will be at 10:00 am on Thursday, October 13, 2011 at McDonald Funeral Home, LaFontaine Chapel, 104 S. Main Street, LaFontaine, IN 46940, with Pastor Guy Provance officiating. Visitation for family and friends will be Wednesday, October 12, 2011 from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm. Burial will be in Grant Memorial Park, Marion, IN.

Online Condolences can be expressed to the family at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com .