Kelsey Blayne Kapherr

Kelsey Blayne Kapherr obituary, Harrison, TN

Kelsey Blayne Kapherr

Kelsey Kapherr Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 5, 2015.
KELSEY KAPHERR
Kelsey Blayne Kapherr, 23, of Harrison, Tennessee, passed away on Tuesday, March 3, 2015. Kelsey was born at Erlanger Hospital in Chattanooga, Tennessee on June 6, 1991. She was a life long resident of Hamilton County, Tennessee.
Kelsey was an amazing mother, daughter and sister. She loved her children deeply and dedicated her every waking hour to them. Her two brothers, step brother, and four step sisters were not only her true friends but she loved each of them deeply. Kelsey was a bright shining light to her family and all others around her. This simple story says everything about Kelsey's personality and spunk.
As a toddler she had left her toys strung out over the house. When her mom told Kelsey she was going to suck them up in the vacuum cleaner, Kelsey responded with a "hang on just a minute and I will show you which ones I do not want".
She attended elementary school at Snow Hill Elementary, middle school at Hunter Middle and high school at Chattanooga Central High. Kelsey was a cheerleader, softball player and played other sports from time to time.
We all love Kelsey and will miss her dearly. However, we hold onto her memory that will live through her three amazing children.
Survivors include her three children, James Kayden Pendergrass, Kyleigh Marie Pendergrass, Khloe Monroe Pendergrass, father, Mike Kapherr, of Ooltewah, TN, mother, Jill Coffey, of Chattanooga, TN, two brothers, Brandon Khol Kapherr, of Rock Spring, GA, James Kyle Kapherr, of Ooltewah, TN, step brother, Dalton Johnson, of Harrison, TN, four step sisters, Nicole Coffey, of Atlanta, GA, Caroline, Marie and Faith Coffey, all of Lookout Mountain, TN, maternal grandmother, Dianne Mitchell, of Rock Spring, GA, paternal grandfather, Jim Kapherr, of Ringgold, GA and maternal grandmother, Ruth Taylor, of Ooltewah, TN.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, March 7, 2015, in the Valley View Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home with Rev. Norris Clift and Rev. Herman Kapherr officiating. Interment will follow in Hamilton Memorial Gardens. Khol Kapherr, Kyle Kapherr, Dalton Johnson, Raun Taylor, Tyler Kapherr, Kevin Harris, and Matthew Harris will serve as pallbearers. The Little Lady Vols softball team will serve as honorary pallbearers.
The family will receive friends from 4:00 – 8:00 p.m., Friday at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Regions Bank in the name of Mike Kapherr or Kyle Kapherr, P. O. Box 2454, Ooltewah, Tennessee 37363.
Please share your thoughts and memories online at www.ChattanoogaValleyViewChapel.com
Arrangements by Chattanooga Funeral Home, Valley View Chapel, 7414 Old Lee Highway, Chattanooga, TN.

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October 25, 2016

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March 9, 2015

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March 9, 2015

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Torie Burdick

October 25, 2016

I wish I could say something funny but I just can't even smile right now. I'm glad I had the chance to talk to you the day you left us. I'll never forget that coversation. I needed that one last conversation.. bc if I wouldn't have had it, I'd be a lot worse off than I am. I know it's been over a year nowens but trust me this doesn't get easier. Holidays coming up are the worst for me. That's when you and I were double trouble. Here comes Halloween, I remember you sending me that pic in your monster high pajamaschool lol. So many memovies for us. 24 years to be exact. I cry everyday about you. I miss you everyday. I love you more than words could ever say. No one has no clue. I love you baby girl. Tell Jesus I said "hey boy hey" lol love you crazy! Miss your smiles, laughs, and hugs, but mostly all the memories.

katelynn Gray

March 9, 2015

Kk said she loves aunt Kelsey

Dana Queen

March 9, 2015

We love u and miss you so much.. R u a beautiful angel now. U r missed and loved so much...

Bill & Marilyn Hood

March 8, 2015

Dear Mike, Kelsey mother,& God's Children,
Our prayers will be with you always.God takes our children, with out us knowing why.Kelsey is in heaven, God has let her know why he choose her. Kelsey is at peace, GOD is with you,children,& Loved ones. We do understand your heart loss. God Bless, Bill & Marilyn Hood. (Jimmy Hood's father)

candace ingram

March 7, 2015

R.i.p baby girl you will be missed and never forgotten! I love you so much and still can't believe this has happened!

Nicole Hope

March 7, 2015

You all are in our prayers. We miss you dearly Kelsey.

Nicole Hope

March 7, 2015

You will be missed Kelsey. Your a. Angle now.

Julia Stearns-Smith

March 7, 2015

Jill and Mike, so very sorry to hear of your loss.

christy hullender

March 7, 2015

R.I.P.KELSEY KAPHERR and fly high... You will be greatly missed but never forgotten.....

Mrs. J.R. Wooton

March 7, 2015

We are so sorry to hear of her death. We hope the scriptures in John 11:34-44 will
bring you comfort, peace, and hope.

March 7, 2015

I love u Kelsey so much!!! R.I.P sweet Angel

Marsha Terry

March 7, 2015

Jill and Mike, I just don't know what to say. My heart felt sympathies goes out to all of you. I wish there were words to ease the pain that you must be going through. Please know that I will be praying for your families.
Jill, I sent you a friend request on FB. If there's anything that we can do please let me know. Again, I'm so very sorry.
Love you guys, John & Marsha Terry

Mary Kay Hiatt

March 6, 2015

Jill...my prayers are with you

Dominique Quillian

March 6, 2015

Talked to her a few times on Facebook...gone too soon rest in paradise

For Kelsey

Charlotte Brookshire Quinn

March 6, 2015

I wish to extend my deepest and most heartfelt condolences to each member of Kelsey's family, especially her 3 children; her father: Mike; her grandmother, Ruth; her grandfather, Jimmy.

May God bless each of you during this tragically sad time.

May God allow Kelsey to Rest in Peace.

March 6, 2015

JILL and family..
I am so sorry about your loss. you are in my prayers.. Donna ERWIN.

Tony Breazeale

March 6, 2015

Kelsey was a life long friend of mine from Snow Hill. She could always put a smile on your face with her laugh. I can remember playing together when our brothers were playing baseball. My prayers are with her family and friends. I will never forget our friendship and we will meet again someday.

brox red

March 6, 2015

How did she die?

crystal white

March 6, 2015

I don't know any of yall but I no Kelsey and Justin and I'm very. Sorry for your lost and we know she in a better place even no its sad that u lost a daughter and the poor babies lost there mom and we lost a friend in very sorry stay strong I would come but I hardly no any one and its already hard on the family but my heart and prayers will be there for her and the family

Lacey Rhoades

March 5, 2015

Kelsey was one of my friends since childhood, she was an amazing person inside and out. She was always fun to be around and she was never afraid to be herself, I always looked up to her because she was strong and independent. I'm glad she had the time she did with us, even though losing her is tragically sad God has his reasons for taking her home. Kelsey i miss you so much, I'm so proud of what you accomplished in your short time on this earth, especially your children. They will be loved greatly, and you will never leave our hearts.

March 5, 2015

Dear Mike,
I was so sorry to hear about Kelsey. I know it's been a long time but I still think about our days and friends at PM. I remember that little red headed munchkin running down the hallway at PM. I know how much you must be hurting now loosing one of your children...the loves of your life. I just wanted you to know I've been hurting for you and your family since I heard about Kelsey. I would like to come to the visitation but I don't want to intrude since its been such a long and I don't know your family very well. I still plan on being there in hopes of offering you some comfort or at least support. Once again, I am so sorry for your lose.
Vicky

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