KERN, Alice M., Of West Roxbury, formerly of Mission Hill, passed away suddenly on March 11, 2011 at her home. Beloved daughter of the late Edward F. Kern Sr. and Alice M. (Walsh). Loving sister of Harold J. Kern and his wife Anne of Brookline, and the late Edward F. Kern Jr. and his wife Joan Kern of Mission Hill. The ever loving and special "Auntie Alice" of Edward J. Kern and his wife Beth of Hopkinton, Stephen F. Kern and his wife Susan of Newton, Michael V. Kern and his wife Christine of West Roxbury, John H. Kern and his wife Gloria of Mission Hill, Gregory Kern and his wife Kerri of New Cannan CT, Elizabeth Kern of Brookline, and the late Christopher Kern. Loving great "Auntie Alice" of Brittany, EJ, Kenny, Andrew, Caroline, Sarah, Matthew, Erin, Katie and Topher. Cousin and friend to many. Alice's wish was to be wake at home. Visiting hours will be held at Alice's home, 146 Church St., Monday March 14th from 3 pm to 8 pm. Funeral Mass will be held Tuesday, March 15th at 10 am. in Holy Name Church, West Roxbury. Relatives and friends invited. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Christopher Kern Scholarship Fund, 80 Gerry's Landing Rd. Cambridge MA 02138, or Xaverian Brothers High School Scholarship Fund, 800 Clapboardtree St. Westwood, MA 02090. Alice enjoyed a long career in the insurance industry. After retirement she enjoyed working and shopping at Filene's/ Macy's. Alice was an avid and accomplished sailor. Her passion for sailing ranked second only to her passion for travel and family celebrations. She will be missed dearly by all.