Kiersten Nicole Reno

Kiersten, age 26, was a beautiful soul who truly loved living life, carrying with her the enduring legacy of her biological father, Joe Reno Jr., who passed away when she was just eight years old. Though she faced the heartbreaking loss of her dad at a tender age, the love, kindness, and vibrant spirit they shared remained a guiding light throughout her life.

She lived with a contagious love for laughter, a spirit that embraced every moment, and a way of bringing joy to those around her. She was a loving, caring person with a heart of gold who genuinely cared about others. Her kindness, compassion, and ability to make people smile were just a few of the qualities that made her so special. She lived life with passion, found happiness in the things she loved, and never missed an opportunity to laugh and make memories.

Kiersten was incredibly talented and creative, with a natural gift for the things she was passionate about. She loved to paint and express herself through her art. She also had a special place in her heart for animals, a love that led her to work with them. Whether creating something beautiful or caring for animals, she put her whole heart into what she loved.

Above all, Kiersten loved her family. Her bond with her brother, Liam, and her sister, Olivia, was especially dear to her. They were such an important part of her life, and the love she had for them was immeasurable.

She leaves behind her loving parents, Jamie and Gary, who loved her beyond words. Gary was so much more than a stepfather; he was her dad in every sense of the word, stepping into her life with a bond of love that went far beyond titles and honoring the foundation laid before him.

At only 26, Kiersten’s life was heartbreakingly cut short. While there are no words to express the loss of someone so young and so full of life, there is comfort in knowing she has been reunited with her beloved father, Joe. Those who loved her will forever remember her laughter, her kindness, her creativity, her love for animals, and the joy she found in simply living.

Her time here may have been far too short, but the love she gave, the laughter she shared, and the memories she created will live on forever.

Kiersten, you were loved beyond measure, and you will be missed beyond words. Forever 26, forever in our hearts.

A memorial gathering for Kiersten will be held on Saturday, November 7, 2026 from 11am-5pm, with a memorial service at 5pm, at Kaul Funeral Home - 28433 Jefferson Ave, St Clair Shores, Michigan 48081.