James Henry Kernan age 74 of Birmingham, passed away on Tuesday, December 8, 2020.  He was preceded in death by her Parents, William James Kernan and Clara K. Kernan; Brother, William Charles and Sister, Mary Josephine.  He is survived by Daughter, Valerie Hester (Todd); Son, Jimmy Kernan (Jeannie); Sister, Margaret Ann Kernan; Brother, Michael Joseph Kernan (Beverly) and Grandchildren, Porter, Sawyer, Maggie, Pierson, Hope and Jameson.  Funeral Service will be held at 12:00 Noon on Friday, December 11th at Bell Forestdale Chapel with burial to follow at Village Falls Cemetery.  Father Kelley officiating.  Visitation will be One Hour Prior to Service.