Mildred Elizabeth Persinger Kemper

It is with great sadness the family announces the passing of our beloved mother, Mildred Elizabeth Persinger Kemper, age 88, formerly of Covington, who left us on Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at her residence in Richmond surrounded by her loved ones.

Mildred was born, December 22, 1936 in Alleghany County, a daughter of the late James Earl and Ella Wolfe Persinger. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Harold Leon Kemper; a brother, John Persinger and a sister Anne Persinger Bowen.

Mildred enjoyed working alongside her husband at their business, Kemper Antique Brick Company, for many years. She also enjoyed being involved with the Lutheran Church.

Survivors include her loving daughter, Nancy Kemper Carns and husband David Carns of Richmond; three sons, Donald P. Kemper of Maryland, Dale L. Kemper and Cheryl Edwards of Maryland, Darrell K. Kemper of Richmond; a granddaughter whom she adored, Katie Diane Carns of Richmond; and many special nieces and nephews and other family members.

A funeral service will be held on Sunday, November 9, 2025 at 2:00PM in the Arritt Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Bill Guilland officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service beginning at 1:00 PM.

Interment will follow at the Bowyer Cemetery.

Arritt Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests that memorial contributions be made in Ms. Kemper’s name to: Small Miracles Cat and Dog, 10236 Baltimore National Pike, Ellicott City, Maryland 21042.

Friends wishing to send condolences online to the family may do so at arrittfuneralhome.com.