Stephen Thomas Kerns of Farmington Hills , born in Pontiac and raised in Royal Oak, Michigan, Age 83. Survived by his wife of 58 years, Linda Kerns.

Loving father of son Thomas (Michelle) Kerns, daughter Kristin (Brad) Donoghue, daughter Kathryn Kerns and grandchildren Alexander, Jacob, Kate and Gillian.

Stephen retired from Ford Motor Company after 38 years of dedicated service. He graduated from Michigan State University. He loved his family dearly, his time spent at his second home in Grand Bend, Ontario Canada, and he was a devoted Red Wings hockey fan.

At Stephen's request cremation will take place and private arrangements will be made with immediate family.