Vera Kiessling

Vera Kiessling , of Melbourne, Florida, entered into eternal rest at the age of 92 on November 1, 2026. Vera was born August 6, 1934, in Prague Czechoslovakia. Vera lived a full and remarkable life, there was never a dull moment. She was a deeply cherished mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend. Vera is survived by her only son Nigel.

Vera was adopted into a Polish family and escaped communist Czechoslovakia to England and then moved Australia where she lived for 63 years, her son Nigel was born 20th July 1966. Vera was a loving mother who always wanted to see Nigel succeed in everything he did, from being well-mannered with good morals, well-educated, and great in any activity he did, to becoming a wonderful parent of his own carrying on her life-lessons to his children.

Vera and Nigel travelled to India when he was 4 years old after divorcing from Nigel’s father, they lived in India for two years. They travelled to many countries around the world and there was never a dull moment. Vera was full of energy and would not hold back speaking her mind which people liked or didn’t know how to react. Vera was always the kindest and generous person and had lots of friends that came and went throughout her life.

Vera met her late husband Charles Kiessling 25 years ago and moved to Melbourne Florida, she loved Charles with all of her heart and kept Charles on his feet. Vera loved Melbourne Florida and spent lots of time doing her pastime shopping, all the staff knew Vera by her first name as she would frequent the shops day after day.

Beyond Vera’s accomplishments, she will be remembered for her wonderful sense of humour, strong spirit, and the unmistakable personality that made her who she was. Vera had a way of making her presence known and leaving those around her with memories to cherish.

Vera will be deeply missed, forever loved, and never forgotten.