Farmington-Lawrence Wayne Kersh, 79, passed away on Monday, January 24, 2022 at his business, Kersh Standard Service.
Born January 14, 1943 in Canton, the son of Kemper and Wyvonee (Henderson) Kersh. Wayne married Linda (Howard) Kersh March 21, 1964. She survives along with their four children and 10 grandchildren.Survivors include Kelli (Doug) Fruendt of Galesburg, Eric (Jackie) Kersh of Farmington, Jon (Amy) Kersh of Canton, and Jason (Sherry) Kersh of Galesburg.
Ten grandchildren, Nena, Caleb and Clay Fruendt, Madison and Regan Kersh, Jackson Kersh, and Jacie, Emmie, Ava and Izzie Kersh. His sister, Virgene Hoops Seward preceded him in death along with his parents.
Wayne and Linda are the owners of Kersh Standard Service and Cafe. They bought the business in 1965 from his parents, Kemper and Wyvonee Kersh. Wayne will be remembered as a skilled mechanic, oil changes, tire repairs, gas fill-ups, snow removal and of course, his sarcastic wit with his customers. His sister, Virgene, operated Kersh Cafe and was always known for homemade cooking and pies.
Wayne will be especially warmly remembered for his coaching and mentorship of hundreds of young athletes, especially baseball players. He coached Little League, Junior and Senior Legion Teams over the years. Proudly, the city of Farmington honored him in 2011 with a monument, Wayne Kersh Field. In addition, he was a volunteer fireman for 25 years and was a member of the Farmington United Methodist Church.
But most of all, Wayne will be remembered as a loving and loyal husband, father and grandfather who helped nurture a wonderful family.
A visitation will be held on Sunday, January 30, 2022 from 2-4pm at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Canton with a funeral service to follow on Monday at 11am at the funeral home.
Cremation rites will be accorded following the service.
Memorials can be made to Farmington United Methodist Church or Farmington Fire Department.
To leave online condolences or to view his memorial tribute, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com
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