Judith Kies Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Judith Kies (Cresco, Iowa), who passed away on August 16, 2025 at the age of 77. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Judith Kies to pay them a last tribute.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Judith had on those she encountered along her journey. Though Judith may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, her essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
She was predeceased by: her mother Bernice Francis Strenke Pope; and her grandparents, Bertran Arthur Pope, Sr., Vinez Swinson Pope and Charlotte Richard Strenke. She is survived by: her husband James Leroy Kies; her daughters, Lisa Kies (Russ Echelbarger) and Sheri Clements (Jason); her grandchildren, Madelyn and Joshua Clements; and her siblings, Yvonne Pope, Pamela Anderson and David Pope. She is also survived by nieces and nephews.