Esther Mae Kelley

Esther Mae Kelley (Wild), 87, graduated to Heaven on August 14, 2023, in Louisville, Kentucky. Esther chose cremation, and requested a small, family ceremony celebrating her entry into the Presence of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Esther was born on February 24, 1936 in Quincy Illinois and lived in Quincy until 1999, when she moved to Louisville, Kentucky. Esther is survived by:

Sister – Donna Riggs

Daughter – Julie (Todd)

Son – Joseph (Sandra)

Grandson – Chad (Julie)

Granddaughter – Laura

Grandson – Josh (Katherine)

Grandson – Jason (Theresa)

4 Great Grandchildren – Whitley, Chase, Silas & Faye

Esther was very active – she loved painting, she loved spending time with family, she loved her weekly Bible study groups, and most of all she loved the Lord. Esther painted thousands of beautiful paintings using oil, water and acrylic. She would paint on just about any surface – canvas, crafts, envelopes, bookmarks, rocks. She loved to give away her artwork, and many of her pieces depict Biblical events, honoring the Lord. Even in her last days she shared her artwork, and the message of Christ with those who cared for her in the hospital.

In her last few days, Esther was elated about going to her eternal home to be with Christ. In her passing she had hope, even joy - and she would want you to have this same assurance. Do you know what will happen when you pass? Make today the day that you call on the name of the Lord, that you accept and trust Him as your Lord and Savior. Receive Life in Him, and have the peace that Esther experienced – peace that surpasses our understanding.

Romans 3:23-24, Romans 6:23, John 3:16-17, Acts 4:12, Romans 10:9-10, Romans 1:20, Psalms 116:15, Isaiah 57:1-2