Kristine Lynn Kessler
December 20, 2016
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Kristine Kessler passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family and loved ones on December 20, 2016. She was born on June 22, 1950 to Robert and Patricia Brown in Des Moines, Iowa.
Kristine graduated from Norwalk High School in 1968 and married Jeffrey Kessler on August 15, 1970. She was a devoted and loving wife, mother and grandmother who enjoyed her family more than anything else in life.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Jerry Brown. She is survived by her husband, her four children, Jennifer (John) Kessler, Emily (Dave) Hodson, Katie List, and Jeff (Kelly) Kessler, her six grandchildren, Mat and Bailey Hodson, Madison (Seth) Harjes, Lily and Louisa List, and Lydia Kessler; and her siblings, Judy Kenoyer, Robert Brown, Dixie Black, Cathy Fuson, and Terry Brown.
She left behind many dear friends and relatives who will deeply miss her warm and caring smile, as well as her sweet, bubbly, and fun-loving personality. Hers was a life well-lived.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 24, 2016, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue in Des Moines, with burial to follow at Berwick Cemetery. Her family will receive visitors Friday evening at the funeral home from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Bob Cox
02/11/2017
As shared with Jeff a year ago Kris is and was one of the finest people I have known, a sparkling woman easily liked, loved, enjoyed. Always so friendly and nice. Kris will be missed by all of us.
J. Cox
12/28/2016
Karen & I are sad for Jeff and their family and pass along our love and supportive best wishes. They are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jodi
12/23/2016
I worked with Kris in the '90's - she was a beautiful, kind, funny, compassionate and smart woman. I have many fond memories of her. Praying for you all during this hard time.
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Fred Franck
12/23/2016
So sorry for your loss. Kris was a wonderful person wife and mother. Jeff, you are to be blessed for the loving care you provided her for so long.
Jeannette Ellis Lose
12/22/2016
Thoughts and prayers for all family members.
Darla, Dave, Hannah and Hayden Van Houten
12/22/2016
Please know that we are thinking of you during this difficult time. Sending prayers for comfort.
Kathy(Mc) Goldstein
12/21/2016
Krissy was the warmest, kindest, most loving friend one could ever hope to know. I will hold my memories of our friendship over the many years close to heart. I extend my most heartfelt condolences to Jeff and all of Krissy's family and friends during this most difficult time. I pray you all God's loving comfort and peace. Always, Kathy Mc
Cloie Edgerton
12/21/2016
Kristine was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother. We are so sorry to hear of her passing but know she is in a better place. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers and we love you.