I grew up spending a lot of time around Holly and her family, and she was truly a second mother to me. She stood up for me and made me feel welcome always. She passed a few years after my family moved away from the area, and I still think about her, Reuben, and Carlee often. Hope the family is doing well.

TO: Ruben Kesler & Sipes Families
FROM: Ms. Lori Anne Wallner 🇺🇸🌏 🙏😁 😊 Blessings
Ruben, I just found out about Holly May Kesler passing away. I send you my condolences. I miss her a lot. I know you do to. She loved you and everyone and loved to rave on about you and Carly since day one. She and I met in junior high she was one of my closest friends and she loved you and your family so much just like yours.My parents and friends loved her like I did. She was one
of the nicest and smartest and most beautiful ladies I have met.
She was always ready to have a beer soft drink or glass of wine with me or go dancing at the drop
of a hat. She was in my wedding as
one of my Maid of Honors. And
she always had a way of making me and everyone look extra beautiful and extra happy. She is
missed by me and everyone she knows.My parents will keep her

company in heaven and she absolutely loved my parents. She
loved her hats like they do. She
was the epitome of the words and
meaning of the song LEAN ON ME.God Bless.
Best Friends Forever!🍒☘️🐕🐱
Ms. Lori Anne Wallner 🇺🇸🌏 🙏😁 😊


Reuben, I couldn't find the words at first, to convey how saddened we all have been since learning of Holly's passing. I wanted to write something today as she crosses my mind frequently as do you and Carly Mae. Though it's been years since seeing you and your family, please know you are close to our hearts always. This time of year must be especially hard. Sending much love to you and your family.

My heart goes out to you; I am so sorry for your loss.  I was fortunate to meet Holly at the bank and work with her for many years.  She was a wonderful person—kind, passionate, determined, fearless.  If you needed someone in your corner, you'd want Holly.  She talked about her family often and loved you dearly. In the days and months ahead, may your memories bring you comfort.

Thank you Holly...it was both a pleasure and privilege to know you. I'm SO excited you are with Jesus...I bet heaven is  amazing and now even better with you there. We all love and miss you..xoxo

Dearest   mitzi  Sherry  april , dennis , and billie     I  cannoteven put into words how I feel  , but first  ,,  I  am  so  sorry  for     the loss of holly,  it  broke my heart......    I  remember her  as   a  little   10 year old    .   and  by the pictures you put up   .,  what a beautiful woman  she had become ., and a beautiful family she had ...  the pic of her on her pony . and the one  up in rolling greens on the back porch in her halter top .  really brought  back some great  memories   .   over the years  my love for    all    of you has never diminished .  I   let ray  , steve and , alan knbow  .,   and they   are heartbroken also. we all send are love and best wishes to all of you .   and to mitzi . holly was  blessed  to  have you as a  mother

To all of Holly's Family - I am heartbroken over your loss. I met Holly when I started at WaMu, she was such a huge presence, and so passionate about everything she did. We started out as co-workers and then she became my boss. She taught me so much in the 8 years that we worked together, but it was so much more than that - she believed in me and supported me in ways that went above and beyond the boss/employee relationship. She believed in her team and would stand behind any one of us and defend us to the end (and she did).  She was always sharing stories about Reuben and Carlee, her family and friends in Idaho, she was so proud of all of them.  Holly was my friend, she was funny, smart, had an amazing mind and a beautiful soul and I loved working with her.  I miss her so much. Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Lori Bertini-Chromy ( formerly Lori Longley )

I'm stunned and saddened by your loss. Holly was an amazing friend, co-worker, and mother. I worked with her closely at Premera and I was able to learn a lot from her strong, kind, intelligent, and charming personality. She will be greatly missed! Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help you and your family.

I am stunned and sad to hear this news. I loved working with Holly at WaMu and hearing her stories about Carlee and Reuben. She loved you both. I am so privileged to have known her. My thoughts are with her family.

I worked with Holly every day for the entire 9 years I was at WaMu and she was ALWAYS there to help no matter the situation.  Then after WaMu, when I needed a recommendation for a new position all I had to do was ask and again she was there to help.
Reuben and Carlee, Holly often talked about you both telling of the fun experiences you had together, and you could tell each time she spoke that you both brought tremendous joy to her life.
My condolences, Kevin

I was so sad to hear of this news.  Holly's enthusiasm, helpfullness and positive attitude will be missed.  We have lost a strong light in our world.

Please accept my condolences for your loss.  Though Holly and I lost contact after Washington Mutual, I remember her as a smart, funny, helpful, beautiful friend. I am so saddened and will keep her in my heart and prayers.  May God give comfort to your family and may Holly rest is His loving embrace.

My heart goes out to the family.  Holly was a beautiful woman.   We worked together for many years.  She was a dedicated, hard worker.   She will be missed.

I'm very sorry for your lose if there is anything you need at all just ask. My home is open for you.

Holly, you are such a beautiful soul. Your strength and courage, optimism and joy, and spirituality have been such a beacon of hope for many of us. You will be missed but never forgotten. We are all very lucky to have known you.

I just can not quite wrap my mind around it, Auntie.  Never seeing you here again seems such a terriable price.  You are so beautiful and so missed.  We love you so.

My Dear Friend, I see that picture of you and I as children and can't help but relive all of the adventures we had together. I will keep those memories of us and you forever in my heart.

Holly, words cannot express our sorrow.  We remain joyful in the knowledge that someday we will be reunited.  Until then, I will cherish every moment we shared.
Your Sistie Uggles 1
Sherry

My Beautiful Aunt, I will miss you so much. The ache and longing of my heart to hear your laugh, see your smile, experience your humor and seek your wisdom will take time. Knowing you are face to face with our precious Lord and Savior brings some comfort. I know I will see you again someday. You are deeply missed by so many. I love you.
Love Always,
Jamie

OBITUARY

Holly Mae Kesler

December 14, 1963 – November 29, 2013

Purdy & Walters at Floral Hills Funeral Home & Cemetery

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