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Kellie Jo Klepser-Hafford
Kellie Jo Klepser-Hafford
August 6, 1977 ~ June 15, 2016
When you hear the name Kellie Jo Klepser-Hafford, you can’t help but recall her infectious smile, compassionate nature, and wonderful sense of humor. Our beautiful and loving mom, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend went home to be with the Lord on the evening of Wednesday, June 15, 2016 at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit at the age of 38. The sunshine of Thomas and Joni (Hartman) Klepser was born in Bay City on August 6, 1977. Kellie graduated with the Class of 1996 from Garber High School. Her natural way with people shined through while working as a server at Applebee’s. Most recently, Kellie could be found ministering and helping the good people at the Good Samaritan Rescue Mission. Above anything else, family came first. She was a wonderful homemaker, who enjoyed cooking and baking. Kellie made the best birthday cakes and was the most loving mother, smart and helpful daughter, and a friend to all. She enjoyed attending all of her children’s events and will be deeply missed, but lovingly remembered by all who knew and loved her. Left to miss her forever, but carry on her legacy are her four children: Allison, Benjamin, Kathryn “Katie,” and Christopher. She will remain alive in the hearts of her parents, Tom and Joni Klepser and siblings, Kendra (Curt) Howard and Kevin (ThresaAnne) Klepser. Also surviving are her grandparents, Kenneth Klepser and Marilyn McDonald; nephews and niece, Alex, Andrew, Adam, Adalyn, and Jacob, and her close friends, Olivia, Angela, Jessica, and Missy. Kellie was welcomed home to heaven by her grandmother, Kathleen Klepser and grandfather, John Hartman. Kellie's family will be present to receive visitors on Sunday, June 19, 2016 from 3:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Skorupski Family Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 955 N. Pine Rd., Hampton Twp. On Monday, June 20, 2016, Kellie will be taken to Pilgrim Lutheran Church, 1705 Nebobish Ave., Essexville, where visiting will continue from 10:00 AM until the time of her 11:00 AM Funeral Ceremony. Rev. Erwin M. Hutter will officiate with cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the wishes of the family. The entire family wishes to extend a heartfelt thanks to Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit for their compassionate care. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family online at www.skorupskis.com.
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June 15, 2016
When you hear the name Kellie Jo Klepser-Hafford, you can't help but recall her infectious smile, compassionate nature, and wonderful sense of humor. Our beautiful and loving mom, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend went home to be with the Lord on the evening of Wednesday, June 15, 2016 at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit at the age of 38. The sunshine of Thomas and Joni (Hartman) Klepser was born in Bay City on August 6, 1977. Kellie graduated with the Class of 1996 from Garber High School. Her natural way with people shined through while working as a server at Applebee's. Most recently, Kellie could be found ministering and helping the good people at the Good Samaritan Rescue Mission. Above anything else, family came first. She was a wonderful homemaker, who enjoyed cooking and baking. Kellie made the best birthday cakes and was the most loving mother, smart and helpful daughter, and a friend to all. She enjoyed attending all of her children's events and will be deeply missed, but lovingly remembered by all who knew and loved her. Left to miss her forever, but carry on her legacy are her four children: Allison, Benjamin, Kathryn "Katie," and Christopher. She will remain alive in the hearts of her parents, Tom and Joni Klepser and siblings, Kendra (Curt) Howard and Kevin (ThresaAnne) Klepser. Also surviving are her grandparents, Kenneth Klepser and Marilyn McDonald; nephews and niece, Alex, Andrew, Adam, Adalyn, and Jacob, and her close friends, Olivia, Angela, Jessica, and Missy. Kellie was welcomed home to heaven by her grandmother, Kathleen Klepser and grandfather, John Hartman. Kellie's family will be present to receive visitors on Sunday, June 19, 2016 from 3:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Skorupski Family Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 955 N. Pine Rd., Hampton Twp. On Monday, June 20, 2016, Kellie will be taken to Pilgrim Lutheran Church, 1705 Nebobish Ave., Essexville, where visiting will continue from 10:00 AM until the time of her 11:00 AM Funeral Ceremony. Rev. Erwin M. Hutter will officiate with cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the wishes of the family. The entire family wishes to extend a heartfelt thanks to Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit for their compassionate care. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family online at www.skorupskis.com.
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I love you so much my sweet Kellie..
My heart will break forever and ever.
Love,
Mom -
Joni and Tom,
I didn’t get a chance to get to know Kellie, however, John always spoke very highly of her, he was devastated to get the call last night. We are so very very sorry for your loss, our hearts have been with you throughout this tragic event. With love and sympathy,
John and Kathleen Hartman -
Kellie you are gone from this earth but alive in memories to many….Fly high beautiful angel…..
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I have silly memories of Kellie from when we were little. Kendra, Kellie, Dawn, Tammie, Mike and I would play at Aunt Kath’s and Uncle Ken’s and have picnics. Kellie always was smiling…. it was contagious and I don’t know if she ever even knew how to frown. We reconnected in the past few years, sadly at funerals, but it was nice to have her back in my life. Kellie, you will be missed dearly. Joni, Tom, Kendra, Kevin and kids, you are in my heart and my prayers. I love you, cousin. Family is everything and everything else is just everything else.
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Peaceful White Lilies Basket was purchased for the family of Kellie Jo Klepser-Hafford.
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Mom……. I never thought I would have to go through this not till you were 80 or something. I don’t know where to start. I miss you, love you, and can’t wait to see you again. I hope and know you will make it to heaven safely and that you are watching over us. I miss and love you so much! :heart:
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So sorry to hear of the passing of you daughter may memories of happy times help heal your broken heart. Tom & Diane Zielinski
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My deepest regrets for this loss for all of you – Angie/Patti and family – May God find you all in the darkest moments and bless you with His comfort – May happy memories help to sustain you through these days and beyond. Thinking of you with love – Jetnet
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My beautiful child,
My heart will never be the same without you.
I can’t breathe with out you.
Please come back to me Kellie.
You will live forever in my heart.. Save a place for me right next to you.
We will sing and dance and walk through the garden.
All my love,
Mom -
Thank you.
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To the Klepser Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during these difficult times. Please accept our condolences.
Mike & Jeanette VanAlst
Essexville, Mi -
Sarah Hendrickson lit a candle in memory of Kellie Jo Klepser-Hafford
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Sending my love to you all.
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Kellie, you were always my sunshine, you always made my heart happy, and you’ll always be the bright spot in my life forever.
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Oh Ben, we have to believe your mom made it to heaven. She told you she would watch over you and I believe she will. We will keep her memory alive always..she was proud of you Ben.
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Dear Klepser Family;
Kellie was such a wonderful flute student. Always interested; so pretty; so nice; so happy. I am so very sorry for your loss. Heaven has another angel. Lauren Rongo
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We did not not know Kellie well, but on our visits to Michigan she was always a caring and loving mother. She would have a lovely smile and a friendly word.
Our deepest condolences to her children and her family.
We are so very sorry for your loss.
Our thoughts are with you.
Leigh-Ann, Thomas and Graeme Hafford -
Joni and Tom,
So sorry to hear of the passing of your daughter.
Please accept our condolences.
From Kirchheim Germany
Vera and Richard,
Ilse and Heinz,
Meta and Hermann,
Marianne and Manfred,
Doris and Jens.
Hilde and Bernd -
Joni and Tom
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your daughter Kelly. Please accept our condolences.
From Kirchheim /Germany
Vera and Richard,
Ilse and Heinz,
Meta and Hermann,
Hilde and Bernd,
Marianne and Manfred,
Doris and Jens. -
:heart::sweat:
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Kellie was a very loving and sweet person.
We will miss her forever.
Tom , Joni and family -
Thank you for playing the flute for us.
Kellie was always a sweetheart.
Tom, Joni and family -
Thank you for Thinking of us.
This is a devastating loss to Kellie’s children and our family.
Tom and Joni Klepser -
Thank you.
This is a devastating loss to our family. -
Thank you.
We will all miss our Sweet Kellie forever.
Tom, Joni and family -
Thank you..
We will miss our Sweet Kellie forever.
Tom and Joni -
Thank you for thinking of us.
We will love and miss our sweet Kellie forever.
Hugs to you all.
Love,
Tom and Joni
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Our love and prayers are with the family
I have silly memories of Kellie from when we were little. Kendra, Kellie, Dawn, Tammie, Mike and I would play at Aunt Kath’s and Uncle Ken’s and have picnics. Kellie always was smiling…. it was contagious and I don’t know if she ever even knew how to frown. We reconnected in the past few years, sadly at funerals, but it was nice to have her back in my life. Kellie, you will be missed dearly. Joni, Tom, Kendra, Kevin and kids, you are in my heart and my prayers. I love you, cousin. Family is everything and everything else is just everything else.
Kellie you are gone from this earth but alive in memories to many….Fly high beautiful angel…..
Joni and Tom,
I didn’t get a chance to get to know Kellie, however, John always spoke very highly of her, he was devastated to get the call last night. We are so very very sorry for your loss, our hearts have been with you throughout this tragic event. With love and sympathy,
John and Kathleen Hartman
I love you so much my sweet Kellie..
My heart will break forever and ever.
Love,
Mom
So sorry to hear of the passing of you daughter may memories of happy times help heal your broken heart. Tom & Diane Zielinski
Mom……. I never thought I would have to go through this not till you were 80 or something. I don’t know where to start. I miss you, love you, and can’t wait to see you again. I hope and know you will make it to heaven safely and that you are watching over us. I miss and love you so much! :heart:
My deepest regrets for this loss for all of you – Angie/Patti and family – May God find you all in the darkest moments and bless you with His comfort – May happy memories help to sustain you through these days and beyond. Thinking of you with love – Jetnet
To the Klepser Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during these difficult times. Please accept our condolences.
Mike & Jeanette VanAlst
Essexville, Mi
My beautiful child,
My heart will never be the same without you.
I can’t breathe with out you.
Please come back to me Kellie.
You will live forever in my heart.. Save a place for me right next to you.
We will sing and dance and walk through the garden.
All my love,
Mom
Thank you.
Thank you.
Thank you.
Kellie, you were always my sunshine, you always made my heart happy, and you’ll always be the bright spot in my life forever.
Lit a candle in memory of Kellie Jo Klepser-Hafford
Sending my love to you all.
Oh Ben, we have to believe your mom made it to heaven. She told you she would watch over you and I believe she will. We will keep her memory alive always..she was proud of you Ben.
Joni and Tom,
So sorry to hear of the passing of your daughter.
Please accept our condolences.
From Kirchheim Germany
Vera and Richard,
Ilse and Heinz,
Meta and Hermann,
Marianne and Manfred,
Doris and Jens.
Hilde and Bernd
Dear Klepser Family;
Kellie was such a wonderful flute student. Always interested; so pretty; so nice; so happy. I am so very sorry for your loss. Heaven has another angel. Lauren Rongo
We did not not know Kellie well, but on our visits to Michigan she was always a caring and loving mother. She would have a lovely smile and a friendly word.
Our deepest condolences to her children and her family.
We are so very sorry for your loss.
Our thoughts are with you.
Leigh-Ann, Thomas and Graeme Hafford
Joni and Tom
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your daughter Kelly. Please accept our condolences.
From Kirchheim /Germany
Vera and Richard,
Ilse and Heinz,
Meta and Hermann,
Hilde and Bernd,
Marianne and Manfred,
Doris and Jens.
Thank you for thinking of us.
We will love and miss our sweet Kellie forever.
Hugs to you all.
Love,
Tom and Joni
Thank you..
We will miss our Sweet Kellie forever.
Tom and Joni
Thank you.
We will all miss our Sweet Kellie forever.
Tom, Joni and family
Kellie was a very loving and sweet person.
We will miss her forever.
Tom , Joni and family
Thank you for playing the flute for us.
Kellie was always a sweetheart.
Tom, Joni and family
:heart::sweat:
Thank you for Thinking of us.
This is a devastating loss to Kellie’s children and our family.
Tom and Joni Klepser
Thank you.
This is a devastating loss to our family.