Kimberly Ely Obituary
It is with sadness that the passing of Kimberly Ely of Waterloo, Indiana is shared. Kimberly, born on October 16, 1968, passed away on September 4, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Kimberly will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around her. Friends and family will honor Kimberly by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence she had in their lives. Though Kimberly is no longer present, the bonds she created and the experiences shared will endure. Kimberly’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew her.
She was predeceased by: her father Paul Buckles. She is survived by: her mother Nancy G. Buckles (Teders); her children, Kenneth Ely and Shelby Kathryn Ely; and her siblings, Anthony Wayne Buckles (Mary Ruth), Michael Dean Buckles and Jodie Lynn Buckles Hughes (John Paul Hughes).
A memorial gathering was held on Friday, September 11th 2026 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Feller and Clark Funeral Home (875 S Wayne St, Waterloo, IN 46793). A celebration of life was held on Friday, September 11th 2026 at 3:00 PM at the same location.
Memorial donations may be made in memory of Kim to the DeKalb Humane Society, P.O. Box 806, Auburn, Indiana 46706.
