Rawley, Richard and Roger,  you are all in my thoughts and prayers during this time.  Your mother is looking down from heaven smiling and very proud of the 3 great boys that she raised.  Rawley, so glad that you are my friend.  I am truly blessed.  Love ya, Kim

Michael was the one person who encouraged my Mom and Dad to purchase the house on Delmar Court.which we made many memories. One of them was to go to the State Fair with your family and the Gosling family. Also, when our fmily was getting the house ready to move into she had myself and Kathy Gosling scrub the bathroom floor with a toothbrush. My thoughts and prayers are with Rawley, Richard and Roger.

I remember the times when I would come over to play the various table top games in her basement. Also the times that you were amazed that I was able to beat her, nanny and any others who would play cards on Tuesdays. I will miss her.

    Fond memories of the fun-packed square dance conventions we attended with Olympic Stars and Happy Squares !  Roger (Danny) and Mary Jo (Sandy) dancing to the music of "Grease"!  
    Christmas in Branson also holds joyful memories !
    "Happy Trails to you until we Until We Meet Again" 

                                                        Mary Jo Payne
                                                        Sr. Regina Bevelacqua

    I recall our many Special Olympic Teams and how competitive we both were as coaches !  We lived and played by the oath: 
               "Let Me Win
                But if I cannot win
                Let me be brave in the attempt !"

                                                         Blessings,
                                                         Sr. Regina Bevelacqua

My Family and I will miss you dearly. We are so sad of your passing, but so happy you are at peace.

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

 Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
 Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
 That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
 God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

 It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

 God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not  be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me. 

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998

Michael was one of the nicest neighbors you could ever wish to have.  She was always there with a smile and a helping hand when needed.  We will miss her greatly but we all know she is in a much better place.  God bless her family.

I first met Michael Ann when my oldest son joined her Sunday School class as a Kindergarten student. He loved going each Sunday. Art and Michael Ann both left a legacy behind of servitude, dedication and love for the St. James family. She will be missed, and your family will be in our prayers.

Michael Ann was on the pastor search team that brought me to St. James Church.  She continued to be a great support through prayer and encouragement.  I am personally saddened to lose one of the sweetest and most genuine servants I have known, but I am so very excited for her that she has entered the rest in the Lord Jesus Christ she so longed for.  My prayers and those of my family and St. James Church are with Michael Ann's family and friends during this time.

It was with a saddened surprise that we learned of the death of your mother. We wish to express our heartfelt sympathy. Most sincerely, Bud and Carolyn Rigsby

Aunt Michael was a wonderful woman and the world was blessed to have her.   She was an amazing God-Mother.   I remember the ball games she used to take me to most of all.   She taught me to keep score.

Keeping the Kappesser family in my prayers. Michael will be missed and may she rest in eternal peace.  God bless Rawley, Richard and Roger.

Rawley, Richard, Roger,
Our sincere thoughts, prayers and love are with you.
God bless you and watch over you in this difficult time.

With love,
Mark & Robbin Kiltau.

OBITUARY

Michael Ann Kappesser

September 11, 1934 – July 31, 2015

Evergreen Funeral Home & Cemetery

Show your support

Add a Memory

Share Obituary

Get Reminders

Services