Kristine Large Kessler Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Kristine Large Kessler (Jacksonville, Illinois), who passed away on January 23, 2026, at the age of 74, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Kristine Large Kessler to show support.

She was loved and cherished by many people including: her parents, Helene S. Thyen and Clifford L. Kays; her husband Michael Benjamin Large; her children, David Michael Large and Lori Lynn Large Oldenettel (Michael); her grandchildren, Brandon (Erica), Lynden Large, Nash (Michalene), Parker, Kellon and Beckham Oldenettel; her great grandchildren, Eli, Rosalie, Addison and Ember Large; her stepdaughter Kelly Sommers (Matt); her stepgrandchildren, Raegan, Landen and Maddox; and her siblings, Kathleen Davis (Denny), Jane Slavens (Monte), Loren and David.

Memorials are suggested to Havana Grace Lutheran Academy, Salem Lutheran School, or MYLS Foundation (Beckham's Bookshelf & Kellon's Sock Drawer).