Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday afternoon, February 10, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. from the Walnut Street Church of Christ. Chip Haslam and Steve Baggett will officiate. Visitation will be on Monday evening, February 9th at Taylor Funeral Home from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and on Tuesday at the church beginning at 12 Noon until time of service. Burial will be private in the Dickson Union Cemetery.
Those desiring, memorials are suggested to the Senior Living Ministries or to the Walnut Street Church of Christ.
Ms. Gwynn Blalock Kerns, of Dickson, Tennessee, passed away on February 7, 2026.
Ms. Kerns was born on January 8, 1941, in Detroit, Michigan, to Paul and Robbie (White) Blalock. She was raised in Murray, Kentucky, where she grew up on her father and uncle’s dairy farm alongside her beloved sister and best friend Paula Hill, her charming and hilarious younger brother Robert Lon, and a very close-knit group of cousins who shared a lifelong bond filled with a deep love and lots of laughter.
Ms. Kerns attended and graduated from Murray Training School before continuing her education at David Lipscomb. She later earned her master’s degree from Austin Peay State University and went on to complete a second master’s degree from Vanderbilt University, reflecting her lifelong dedication to learning and education. Ms. Kerns devoted more than 30 years of her life to serving students, finishing her career at her beloved Dickson County High School as a guidance counselor. She was passionate about her work and took great pride in supporting, encouraging, and advocating for the countless students whose lives she touched throughout her career.
Ms. Kerns was a devoted mother and grandmother who was deeply loved by her three children, Bret (Becky Bishop), Shannon Seals (Joey), and Lesley Nabors (Tommy). She is survived by her grandchildren, Hillary Kerns Deaton (Blake), Abbe Kerns Garner (Ryan), Elizabeth Seals Norman (Jacob), Wright Nabors, Jonathan Seals, Brett Nabors, Jacob Seals (Taylor), and Sophie Nabors, as well as her great-grandchildren, Cole Deaton and Riley Rai Garner. In addition to her immediate family, she is also survived by her extended family, including Amy Mills(Brian) and Cammie Blalock, daughters of her late brother Robert Lon; Robyn Hill Lampley (John) and David Hill (Rhemy), children of her sister Paula Hill; her brother-in-law Ken; sister-in-law Carol; niece Kelly Kerns Duran(Val), as well as several great nieces, nephews, and cousins all of whom held a special place in her heart.
Ms. Kerns will be remembered for her faith, humor, intelligence, compassion, and unwavering love for her family. Her legacy lives on through the many lives she shaped with encouragement and devotion.
Ms. Kerns was a longtime active and faithful member of the Walnut Street Church of Christ.
Pallbearers will be Blake Deaton, Ryan Garner, Jacob Norman, Wright Nabors, Jonathan Seals, Brett Nabors, Jacob Seals, David Hill, John Lampley, and Val Duran.
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Ms. Kerns was a positive presence in my life at an early age. I was lucky enough to spend time with her in her home when my parents were away on a trip. I remember Ms. Kerns as a caring, attentive woman who knew how to draw out the best in others.
Shannon, praying for you and your precious family. You and Joey have been and are very special to me and my family. I met your Mom a few times, and she was a lovely lady. I’m holding you close in my heart.
Gaye Mayernick (Joey’s second Mom when he was growing up)
Remembering your wonderful mother and wishing you comfort. With deepest sympathy as you remember Gwynn. Ms. Kerns was a very special lady. I had her as a teacher back in the 1970’s and my sister had to opportunity to work with her when she was a counselor at DCHS. She was a very caring individual. I got a chance to visit with her while she was in NHC and she remember me and my sister and we always had great conversations about when she was at DCHS. She would always tell me she loved my sister. My sincere Condolences.
Ms. Kerns was the Best. She was Intelligent, Beautiful and Kind. She was always willing to listen, to help, and always had a smile on her face. She was one of a kind and will be missed 💕
Ms. Kerns was the Best. She was Intelligent, Beautiful and Kind. She was always willing to listen, to help, and always had a smile on her face. She was one of a kind and will be missed.
Many heartfelt thoughts & prayers with all.
Dearest Bret, Shannon and Lesley,
I loved your mother. She was a beautiful lady inside and out. She was a tremendously positive influence on many, many people here in this county, including mine. God Bless you all now and in the days ahead.
I am very sorry to learn of Gwynn’s passing. She was a friend for 79 years. We went to Murray Training School together for 12 years. We shared a million conversations. Luckily we stayed in touch for all these years. I am sorry I cannot make it today. I extend my deepest condolences to Shannon, Leslie and Brett. Also to Paula who was a friend and caregiver to Gwynn for the past several years. If you can get my email from Paula please send me all 3 of your addresses. Thank you. A lifetime friend. Jerry Shroat
I have just learned of Gwynn’s passing. My mind is flooded with memories and reminisces we shared while at Murray Training School and afterwards as we pursued our chosen careers and life choices. We remained in touch with one another for many years and saw each other from time to time even though our lives were very different. Gwynn was my best girlfriend. Her wit, intelligence and dazzling smile are an indelible part of my memories. She made a significant difference in the world, which was always her ambition.