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Jenessa Kempski Obituary
This transcendence occurred on or about Nov. 2, 2014.
Jenessa's mother, Shirley Kempski, shared these words for her daughter, "I love you more than ocean waters, I love you more than skies above, a half a heart for both my daughters, and each half filled with all my love."
Jenessa's family would like to invite all interested persons to come and celebrate Jenessa's life in an open forum and casual dress environment from 2-6 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 16, at the Elks Lodge, 1003 Pioneer Road, in Fairbanks.
To assist with launching reflections on Jenessa's life, there will be many photographs, written stories, refreshments, and areas to mingle and laugh. Come one, come all and share your memories or just enjoy an opportunity to honor this remarkable being. Hosting the event are Jenessa's children, Elijah, Noah, Isabella and Sophia; her mother, Shirley; her sister, Jenica; her nephew, Keagan; her auntie, Georgia, and her uncle, Mark; her cousins, Justin and Melissa, and their children, Jaloria, Javid, Jax and Jet. Also hosting is cousin Corella, who is more like another sister.
Jenessa also will be remembered by her out-of-state relatives; cousin Jared and his wife, EunHee, cousin Jordan and his wife, Amy; her aunt, Margie, and her uncle, Dan, and their children, Courtney and Amanda.
Mourning her passing also are her grandmother, Winnie, and her uncles, Ted and Bill. Remembering her fondly will be her cousin, Rory, and his mother, Sharon.
Jenessa's father, Rudy, and her grandfather, Lloyd George, have preceded her in death and are celebrating her return home.
Jenessa embraced people with an open heart and a generous, loving nature. She was an old soul, born into this world with wisdom beyond her years. Her unique way of combining stark frankness with terrific humor made for many, many awesome moments that inspired admiration and awe. Jenessa glided easily between varieties of energies and was as comfortable demonstrating heart-rendering care as she was with challenging willfulness.
Jenessa was a boundless, well-loved soul and will be missed by everyone who was fortunate enough to know her. In passing through this world, she made a loving impact on countless lives.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jenessa Kempski
Jenica Kempski
November 2, 2023
Missing you every single day, Bug
Shirley Kempski
December 2, 2014
I love you more than ocean waters, I love you more than skies above, a half a heart for both my daughters, and each half filled with all my love!
Sonya Galloway
November 21, 2014
You have been on my mind for a couple months now, by the time I finally got to find you on facebook I found out your in heaven now. I miss you so much I'm praying for you and your kids.
Jenica Kempski
November 20, 2014
No matter how many sister fights we had, we always ended up laughing about it later. I'm glad we got to joke around about our last fight before you passed. I saw the hesitation before you got out of my truck the last time I saw you. If I could go back to that moment, I would have just kept you with me. I love you so much, Bug. I really hope that you are at peace. No haunting me, you little turd! ??
Diana Yaska
November 17, 2014
Eternal rest be granted unto thee. Peace and love to all who loved and knew you.
julian solis
November 14, 2014
Our condolences too the family jenessa was a beautiful person in side and out she was always so happy .we are going too miss her dearly .
Kelly Rowan
November 13, 2014
I remember when Jenessa was born. Always a pretty girl inside and out. Quite a few years after being out of touch with her, Jenica and her mom Shirley, I ran across Jenessa working at a restaurant in Tacoma, WA. called Chevy' s. It was wonderful to see her. Jenessa and Jenica both babysat my daughter a couple of times. I went to high school with Shirley. My heart is saddened because she is no longer with us. My daughter, Sarah is also saddened. Much love to Shirley and Jenica for their loss and to Jenessa's children. My heart is with you all. Love, Kelly Rowan
November 10, 2014
I Love U Girl Forever!!!
November 10, 2014
Love you Jenessa. Always have.
Amy Temple
November 10, 2014
So sorry for your loss. Praying, Kempski Family, for God to comfort you like only He can.
Nick Hale
November 9, 2014
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Erin Powers
November 9, 2014
I cannot believe you are gone now baby girl. You were a wonderful friend and we had great times and we talked of bright futures. You were always so hopeful striving to do better for you and you cared so much for people you wanted the ones you loved to come with you and always encouraged me to do good and I love you Nessa we were close you know me and we talked of ourselves together years from now and what we would be like. I am heartbroken that you are gone Nessa you are missed every day I think of you and I know you knew the Lord and I know you were genuine in your faith so if there's another side your on it and if I make it there we will see each other again. I love you Jennessa Foxtrot Kempski your life here was cut short but I will never forget you or your children. Watch over us baby girl.
lynn ballard
November 9, 2014
Heaven has gained a beautiful Angel thoughts and prayers are with the entire Kempski family circle.........
lynn BALLARD
November 9, 2014
deepest sympathy to the kempski family circle on such a sad loss. Heaven ahs gained a beautiful Angel x god bless you all
Susan pimentel
November 9, 2014
To Shirley and family. Very sorry for your loss...I met Jenessa, during her visit here in Los Angeles.We went shopping that day.she was the sweetest girl and beautiful girl.
She's now with the Lord.May her soul will rest forever.We love her dearly...
Myshelle Olin
November 9, 2014
Shirley and family, thoughts and prayers for you during this difficult time.
Jenessa, spread your wings and fly girl. God has gained a beautiful angel.
Jacqueline O'Neill
November 9, 2014
May your beautiful light continue to shine on and may you forevermore dwell in light love and peace Janessa xxx
Autumn Posey ( Abbott )
November 9, 2014
I am so sorry to hear of your family's loss.
Jared Thomas
November 8, 2014
Do you remember, Nessa, up there in Heaven?
How we used to roam all over Tall Tree Manor Apartments in the summers as kids, how you used to beg me to walk you that mile to Zak's Corner Store in Graham? How I showed you the finer points of basketball, how to shoot? How you used to show me all your drawings, and how I used to scream in mock horror at the idea of you driving?
How you used to spider-dance and command your "subjects" with your 'British regal lady' routine? "COME to me, darlings..." and "Get OUT of here!" You were always not too far away from the next thing that made you laugh- you always laughed just like Aunt Margie, and I never got over how similar it was.
Do you remember how when we became young adults and at my apartment you, me and Jordan all debated for hours about men and women and life and religion and everything else in-between...you always had so much, so fast going on in that brain of yours.
Do you remember how you came to my band's show, that one time...how we got you in there (QUITE against the rules!) and I danced on stage and so did you and it was such a fun show, even if hardly anyone was there...and then we both had to go somewhere else that night? I always, always wished we'd been able to hang out more that night, it felt like a party that we both had to leave too soon.
Now you're with my Dad and your Dad, and Grandpa French (I'm sure of this)... And part of me can't help but think that just like here on Earth, your spirit- your relentlessly loving and indomitably dynamic spirit- is going to be such a welcome addition to whatever it is they were talking about.
I know that the rest of my life here on Earth will be wishing you were still here with us, I ache as I'm typing this and you not being here is always going to be a hole in me that I have to live with.
I love you so much, Nessa Bug. Always did, always will. I wish my last words to you had BEEN "I love you". My heart's broken a few pieces more that they weren't and now you're gone.
You've left our party too soon again, pretty cousin. I miss you so much already. I love you.
Brianna Parrish
November 8, 2014
Gone But Never Forgotten!?? I Love You Girl! May You Rest In Paradise..?
Julie Burress
November 8, 2014
I love you girl always crazy fun and I'll miss you my friend. I'm so very sorry for the loss to her children, friends and family.
Tammy Fleagle
November 8, 2014
Godspeed and God bless...Tammy E. Fleagle
Renee Beckman
November 8, 2014
Gone too soon...hoping you've found peace...
Andy Krumins
November 8, 2014
My prayers are with you in this difficult time. To lose a child, a sister a friend is a burden that we at times feel that we are alone with that pain. Many of us share the grief with you. May you find peace in your heart.
kathy Jones
November 8, 2014
So sorry for your loss
Jordan Thomas
November 8, 2014
I'll never stop missing you.
Charisse "Nana" Abada-Robinson
November 8, 2014
May this candle always shine it's beautiful little light on each of your babies here on Earth.. May it be a symbol of your peace and be the light in their dark.. May this candle guide you to heaven and shine down on those who love and miss you. RIP Jenessa ?
nikki flannery
November 8, 2014
So many memories I have of you sweet girl. Your beautiful smile..the giggles..the many hang outs we had..doing eachothers hair and makeup lol my kids were little at the time but loved you. You were a sister to me and I'm so sorry we lost touch. I will forever see your smile In my nephew and thank you for that. Restin peace and know I will see you again someday.
Nana and Papa Dangelo
November 8, 2014
Jenessa holds a special place in our hearts. She is the mother of our great-granddaughter Sophia. May your soul rest in peace Jenessa. We love you.
Shirley Kempski
November 8, 2014
You will always be my sunshine. You brought Happy Ness into my life, and it was gooooooood (Morgan Freeman voice from the movie Evan Almighty inserted here). I love you....forever. Momma
Debbie Lockard
November 8, 2014
Jenessa, you will be missed. My heart and prayers go out to your mom, sister, children, and all of the other family and friends who have loved you unconditionally You truly were like a candle in the wind...
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