Mary Ruth Kerns

Mary Ruth Kerns, 81, of Washington, Indiana passed away on October 28, 2025. She was born in Washington, Indiana on June 18, 1944, to the late Daniel and Mildred Kane. Mary married the love of her life, Charles Kerns, on June 19th and they were blessed with many years together before his passing. She was a member of both Eagles and Moose Lodge with her husband. Mary enjoyed being outdoors and working in her yard and taking care of all the critters she could. She had a heart of gold and loved giving to others. When she wasn't tending to her yard, she could often be found solving word search puzzles, watching westerns, playing euchre, spending time with her beloved family, and enjoying a caffeine free diet coke. Mary will be deeply missed by all.

She is preceded in death by her parents Daniel and Mildred Kane; daughter Michelle Kerns; siblings Mildred "Mickey" Burkhart, Daniel "Sonny" Kane, Carolyn Shafer; and beloved dog Bella.

Mary is survived by her bonus daughter Dorinda (Jerry) Martin; caregivers & nieces Jacqueline Dyal and Alyssa (Grant) Arvin; brother James (Phyllis) Kane; sisters-in-law Jean Kane, Sharon Peoples, Tammy Knies, Sandy Heeke, Sue Nicholson; beloved cat Bo; and several nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Goodwin-Sievers is honored to be entrusted with the care of Mary. Visitation will be held November 3, 2025, from 10 am to 1 pm. The funeral service will begin promptly at 1pm with burial at Sugarland Memory Gardens following immediately.

Donations can be made to Friends for Animals in Mary's honor.