Stephen Hugo Gernt

Stephen Hugo Gernt was born September 8, 1942, to Ernst and Lois Pile Gernt in Allardt, Tennessee. He graduated from York Agricultural Institute in 1960, and then attended and graduated from Lincoln Memorial University in 1964. Upon receiving his undergraduate degree, he attended graduate school at East Tennessee State University, and after he had completed the course of study for a Masters’ Degree, he remained at East Tennessee State University and became a professor in the biology department. During his career, he taught a variety of courses related to the field of biology, and he continued working at this university until his retirement.

Steve, as he was known to all his friends, enjoyed the outdoors, and when he was not teaching, he spent much of his time in that environment. He was an avid gardener and fisherman and enjoyed bringing home his produce and ‘catch of the day” and preparing appetizing meals from the results of his endeavors. He also liked to cut his own wood and always kept an abundant supply on hand. 

Steve is survived by his brother, Stewart Gernt, and wife, Brenda; niece, Kelly Atkinson, and her husband, Shane; great-nephew, Avery Tinsley; nephew, Derek Gernt, and wife, Allison; great-niece, Maci Gernt; great-nephew, Noah Gernt; sister-in-law, Sue Gernt; and special friends, Eric and  Patti and their families.

Steve was preceded in death by his father, Ernst Gernt; his mother, Lois Pile Gernt; and his brother, Conrad Gernt.

Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 12 Noon, at Mundy Funeral Home in Jamestown, with burial following in the Allardt Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 10 A.M. until time of the service at 12 Noon

The Mundy Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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