Hollis Edward Kerns, 80, of Columbia, KY passed away Sunday, January 12, 2025 at his residence. He was born on December 8, 1944 in Adair County, KY to the late Welby Ray and Mattie Lee Barrett Kerns.

Mr. Kerns enjoyed ginseng digging, fishing, and spending time with his family and friends.

SURVIVORS:

1 son: Kevin Kerns of Columbia, KY

Granddaughter: Courtney Brooke Kerns Ford (Nate) of Greensburg, KY

Former wife & special friend: Phyllis Shirley

1 brother: Donald Kerns of Columbia

Several nieces & nephews

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three siblings: Wanda Kerns, Shirley Kerns Bailey, and George Randall Kerns.

Visitation: Tuesday from 5:00pm-7:00pmCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with cremation to follow.

Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.