Phyllis A. Kessler, 53, of Belgrade passed away Aug. 24, 2008. She was born March 10, 1955, in Bozeman to George and Thressa (Danhof) Kingma.

She loved Jesus. She was beautiful, very gifted and she loved life and everything about it, especially babies, Earl Grey tea and crossword puzzles.

Phyllis grew up in Bozeman the eldest daughter of George and Teddy Kingma's five children. After Phyllis graduated from Manhattan Christian High School in 1973 she had planned on refining her natural artistic abilities at an art institute, but she met and fell in love with Fred E. Kessler, a Bozeman native and son of Fritz and Lillian Kessler. He was the love of her life and she his. Together they raised two children, Konrad Lee Kessler, who is training to be a doctor of emergency medicine at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn., and Teresa Renee Kessler who is working creatively, inspired by her mom, at Shack Up Interior Design Studio in Bozeman. She was very proud of them both.

They lived together in Belgrade for 31 years where she worked alongside Fred in their business, Kessler Dairy Supply. Phyllis was a wonderful, dedicated, loving wife and mother, amazing daughter, sister, aunt and friend, and she loved to extend that love to others. She was a volunteer with Love In the Name of Christ, coordinating volunteers from her church with needs in the community. She was also active in Bozeman Christian Reformed Church, teaching Sunday school, leading craft lessons, and hosting small group Bible studies. Every fall she looked forward to the beginning of Bible Study Fellowship where she was able to meet and make new friends and deepen her relationship with her Savior.

She enjoyed family time, having fun and laughing, traveling, reading, painting, making jewelry, sewing, skiing, fishing, going on walks with Fred and eating Blizzards. She especially enjoyed spending time at Ennis Lake where God welcomed her home while water skiing on Aug. 24, 2008.

She is survived by her husband, Fred; son, Kon and his wife, Stacy; daughter, Teresa; parents, George and Teddy Kingma; siblings, Tom Kingma (Judy), Jan Stehman, Ken Kingma (Sandy), Tammy Marcotte (Jerry) and many nieces and nephews. She touched many lives with her tender heart and will be missed and continually loved by them all.

Memorial services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, Aug. 29, at Bozeman Christian Reformed Church, 324 N. Fifth Ave. Visitation at Dokken-Nelson Funeral Service will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday.

Memorials in her name may be made to Love INC, Love In the Name of Christ, P.O. Box 7117, Bozeman 59771.

Arrangements are in the care of Dokken-Nelson Funeral Service; www.dokkennelson.com.

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Published by Bozeman Daily Chronicle on Aug. 28, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Phyllis Kessler

32 Entries

Lawrence Kelly

September 25, 2008

I am so so sorry about your mom.we
have you all in our prayers.The beautiful smile of your mom,s tells it all.You can tell a christian person by the glow of there eyes there love for
our Savior Jesus Christ.
Love Lawrence Kelly

Jenee Witherspoon

September 6, 2008

In the brief time that I was fortunate to know Phyllis in, it was clear to me that she was a warm and loving person. She was beautiful both inside and out and I am proud to call her and her family my friends. Although she will be dearly missed, it brings great comfort to remember her strong faith. My deepest sympathies to Fred, Konrad and Teresa, and the Kessler and Kingma families. You will continually be in my thoughts and prayers.

Dave Potts

September 3, 2008

Dear Fred, Konrad & Teresa,

It's been a little over a week now and just thought I would let you know that you are still in my thoughts and prayers. My heart aches for you. Hear are a couple of verses I came upon, Eph. 3:20-21 and Is. 57:1. Hope these help in some way.

Love you all. I don't have your e-mail so send me it if you get a chance. Would love to stay in touch.

Dave Potts

Jan Greydanus Ball

September 2, 2008

Words simply can't express how sorry I am to hear of the accident that took Phyllis from you. You've all been in my mind and in my prayers since my mom called with the sad news. I remember her warmth and smile fondly.

Marla Myers-Gies

September 2, 2008

Dear Fred,

I have not seen you for years. My Mother, Laura Myers, told me about Phyllis. I wanted to contact you and give my condolences to you and your family. God bless you.
Your cousin, Marla Myers-Gies.

Mike & Lorrie Bernhardt

September 2, 2008

Dear Fred and family,

So sorry for your loss. God be with you.

David Kenda

September 1, 2008

Fred & all Family Members,

We are so sad to hear of your tragic loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now and in the future.

Rev 21:3&4
David & Connie Kenda
Seguin, TX

Dave and Connie Gates

August 30, 2008

Dear Fred and Family,
We were deeply saddened to learn of Phylliss' death. Our hearts go out to you and your family. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. May God hold you in his tender loving care during this time of loss.

Roger & Peggy DeHaan (Napa Auto)

August 29, 2008

Dear Fred & family...
Our hearts ache for you in the sudden loss of Phyllis. May family & friends surround you with love & comfort at this difficult time. Our thoughts & prayers are with you

Roger & Peggy DeHaan

August 29, 2008

Dear George & Teddy...
Our Prayers and thoughts are with you in the sudden loss of Phyllis. May the Lord give you comfort and strenghth during this difficult time.

Ken & Pat Carlson

August 29, 2008

Dear Geroge & Teddy......
We were deeply saddened to hear of the sudden death of Phyllis. Little did we know at the Kamps-A-Rama that you would be going through this heartache . There is no bond deeper than that of parent and child.
Our prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. May God's presence comfort you and minister to your every need. Ps 147:3

Brett & Aimee Fountaine

August 29, 2008

We are so sorry for your loss. May God bless your family.

Diane Urdahl Guthrie

August 29, 2008

Dear Fred, Konrad and Teressa,
Phyllis was such an amazing woman. She was a genuinely kind, truely Christian woman. Mother (Gramma Jane) loved visiting with all of you when you stopped by the lake on Sunday afternoons. I have always been so touched by the closeness you all have shared as a family.
Phyllis touched so many lives. I will always hold her close in my heart. I hope she will pay Mom & Dad a visit at a beautiful lake in heaven. What a nice conversation they will have.
Love, Diane Urdahl Guthrie

Bobbi (Rosenthal) Palagi

August 28, 2008

Dear Fred and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Debbie Andersen

August 28, 2008

Fred, Phyllis always had a smile and was great to visit with, when we came over for supplies. She will be missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

madeline Stewart

August 28, 2008

Dear Kessler and Kingma families:
We were shocked and saddened by the news of Phyllis' death. Every time we were in her company, her smile would light up the room. She was always so very kind, loving and such fun to be around. May God comfort all of you.
Our sympathy, Mark & Madeline Stewart (Aaron's parents)

Tom & Loretta McIsaac

August 28, 2008

Dear Fred, Konrad & Teresa,
We are deeply sadden today as we learn of the death of Phyllis. We think of her as a joyful, lively, funfilled lady, but most of all as our wonderful neighbor. So many fun times were held in both of our backyards as the Kessler and McIsaac children grew up together. We send our thoughts and prayers today to you. May God's blessings comfort you in your time of grief.
Love, Tom & Loretta McIsaac and family.

Pete Alberda

August 28, 2008

During my yearly trips to Montana I was often fortunate enough to see Phyllis and catch up on events with her Mom and Dad and siblings who she loved so dearly. She will be so sorely missed but her legacy will live on forever through all those whose lives she touched.

Jennifer & Rich Zigrino

August 28, 2008

Mr. and Mrs. Kingma- We are thinking of you at such a sad time. As neighbors, we were able to see the kindness and closeness of your family.

Robin Pfeiffenberger

August 28, 2008

There is no greater legacy than that which is evidenced by the people who have been touched and the people who have been molded by a life lived. Knowing my dear Teresa , and having known Phyllis, albeit it briefly ; and the lovely family she has created.....I can imagine no greater legacy to leave this place with.

With Love and Prayers to you all.
What a very special family .

Robin Pfeiffenberger
Dallas, Texas

Diane Sinnema

August 28, 2008

My heart is aching for all of you. You are and will continue to be in my prayers. "What a friend we have in Jesus, all our sins and griefs to bear. Take it to the Lord in prayer." God bless.

Danny Visser

August 28, 2008

I am so sorry for your loss, Phyllis was such a wonderful person full of Love that she shared with everyone.

Rick Pratt

August 28, 2008

Fred,
Carol and I are so sorry to here of the loss of Phyllis. You are in our thoughts.

Laura and Joe Terrazas

August 28, 2008

Teresa, Fred, Kon and family,

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Phyllis was an amazing woman, an inspiration and will be missed by everyone who knew her. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you.

Gary Kessler

August 28, 2008

Fred,
My condolences to you and your family. May the hand of our Lord guide you through these times. You are in our prayers.

Gretchen (Roy) Carrels

August 28, 2008

Fred and Family - My sympathies on the loss of Phyllis. She will be missed by all of the "community family" that has come to love both of you, Phyllis will be missed by all of us. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Kirsten Smith

August 28, 2008

Teresa,
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Please find comfort in your mother is with her maker and will be always with you in spirit.
Love to you,

Cindi Stenbak

August 28, 2008

Teresa and Family,

I am so incredibly sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. What a wonderful person she must be to have raised such beautiful and fun daughter. Please know my prayers are with you and I will talk to you soon.

Cindi Stenbak

Bob and Charlene Veltkamp

August 28, 2008

When visiting the Church in Bozeman
we always remember Phyllis with her friendly greeting and beautiful smile.
We offer our condolences to Fred and family, and George and Teddy and
families. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Sandy Saunders

August 28, 2008

I am so sorry for your loss. Phyllis will be missed by everyone that came into her life. I had just seen her after so many years at the Kessler family reunion. My thoughts and prays are with the family and friends. God Bless.

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