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1961
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2020
Kimberlee Kessler Obituary
Kimberlee Bailey Kessler was born on June 20, 1961 to Patricia Merrell Bailey and James F. Bailey. She died on September 19, 2020 at Baptist East Hospital after a short illness.
She is survived by her son, Daniel Ross Kessler, her mother Pat Bailey, and her fiance, Gary Doda. She is also survived by her aunt, Charlotte Walford, her uncle, Jim Merrell and cousins, Dina Merrell, Michael Merrell, Britt Walford, and Evelyn Walford. She was predeceased by her father and her sister, Kelli Bailey. She was very much loved and will be missed.
Memorial gifts may be made to Deer Park Baptist Church, 1733 Bardstown Road, Louisville, KY 40205.
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Carolyn
June 20, 2022
I miss you very much. I did not understand some of the decisions you made before you died. It still does not change the fact that I lost my best friend of 44 years. I will never have any closure. I do know, however, that I will always miss you and hold you gently in my heart. Happy 61 Birthday Kimbo!
Charlie Castner
October 1, 2020
I was shocked and saddened to learn of Kim’s passing! She had a wonderful heart and soul!
Carolyn Day
September 29, 2020
Dear Ross, I’m so very sorry to hear about your mom. I have such fond memories of the years we spent together when you were at Our Lady Of Lourdes. She was a beautiful woman with an amazing smile. I’m so sorry she has left you so soon. Know that she is watching over you in heaven.
Carolyn Day (Tyler Kmetz’s mom)
SueAnn Warms
September 22, 2020
So sorry to see this about Kim. Haven't seen her in a while but always enjoyed her company, especially on Saturday at lunch with friends. May she Rest In Peace.
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Deb Harmon
September 22, 2020
Dearest Pat, Ferd, Ross and Family, My heart is broken, there are no words.
Carol Medley
September 22, 2020
I’m shocked and saddened to hear of Kim’s passing. I was her travel agent and really enjoyed working with her. Rest In Peace, sweet Kim. Prayers to Gary and everyone who loved her.
Pam and Jeff Thompson
September 21, 2020
Kim was a very special person to us. We are very sad to hear of her passing. Our prayers are with her family.
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