Mabel Victoria Kies, 92, went home to the Lord on Mon, Dec 19, 2011 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Mabel was born on Jul 20, 1919 in Sidney, OH to the late Albert and Laura (Tagleibre) Kempfer.
Mabel married Stanley Kies on Nov 8, 1940 in Anna, OH. They were residents of Kalkaska since 1959 moving from Botkins, OH. Mabel loved being at home canning and gardening. She also worked for Vivian's for many years. Mabel always made time and enjoyed her family and friends. She was a founding member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church.
Surviving Mable are her children, John (Jill) Kies, Jerry (Anita) Kies, and Joan (Victor) Turnipseed, all of Kalkaska, and Jean (Gregory) Grinnell of Gaylord; her many grandchildren and great grandchildren; and her brother, Paul Kempfer of Sidney, OH.
Preceding Mabel in death was her beloved husband, Stanley; and her brother, Harold Kempfer.
A memorial service is scheduled for 11 am on Sat, Jan 7 at St. Paul Lutheran Church. Pastor Chad Hoover will be officiating.
Arrangements were made by Wolfe-O'Neill Funeral Home.
