He was born on February 4, 1947, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, to the late Marvin Kees and Louise Kees.
Jesse dedicated many years of his career as a Safety Director at East and Westbrook.
He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Marinea Kees; his son, Jeff Kees (Katie); his sister, Patsy Kunjappy (Matthew); and his cherished grandchildren, Aleah Kees and Hannah Kees.
Jesse will be laid to rest at Floydsburg Cemetery in Crestwood, KY.