Jesse Kingsbury

Jesse Kingsbury obituary, Smith Center, KS

Jesse Kingsbury

Jesse Kingsbury Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 8, 2025.
Jesse Ray Kingsbury, 53, passed away on February 1, 2025, in Smith Center, Kansas.

Jesse was born on December 6, 1972, in Boulder, Colorado, to Karen Little, and Sidney Kingsbury.

He attended school in the St. Vrain School District and was a student at Erie Jr. Sr. High School.

His working career began at The Blue Parrot before he transitioned into landscaping and lawn care.

While his career landed him at The Blue Parrot Restaurant, he met Andrea Chavez.

While the couple was together for a few years, they welcomed their first daughter Jessica Anne, in 1995.

Then the couple welcomed their second daughter Ashley Nicole, in 1998.

While the little family moved around in Boulder County, to Broomfield, Louisville and Lafayette.

After a few years, Jesse moved to Kansas, where he established his own lawn care business in Smith Center, Kansas, where he dedicated himself to his work.

Jesse is survived by his daughters, Jessica Anne and Ashley Nicole; his grandson, Ezequiel Jeremiah;

Father, Sidney Kingsbury;

Brother, Jason; and nephew, Chase.

He also leaves behind numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and childhood friends who will cherish his memory.

He was preceded in death by his beloved mother, Karen Little; his brother, Bobby Michael;

Grandparents, Jean and Phil Mirci and Lois and Paul Kingsbury

Aunt Paula Silva;

Uncles Bob Little and Denny, Duane, and Jeff Kingsbury

Numerous cousins and childhood friends.

Jesse also shared a deep bond with his beloved Golden Retriever, Tj, and his pup Pete.

A devoted Denver Broncos fan, Jesse enjoyed cheering for his team with enthusiasm.

He also found joy in visiting Black Hawk in Colorado to gamble whenever he traveled to see his daughters.

There are no services scheduled at this time.

Jessica and Ashley will have a private gathering, to lay Jesse to rest peacefully.

Jesse's memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew him.

Jessica and Ashley, would like their Dad to know, that they love him, and hope he rests peacefully, until they all meet again.

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Michelle Silva

March 5, 2025

I will always remember my couson Jessie as being supportive and empathetic. He always wanted his family to be happy and encouraged us to be strong.

Bec hite

February 12, 2025

I remember Jess at his second wedding it was a beautiful night! He was so happy with Jenny!

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