Kelli Michelle Bess Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Kelli Michelle Bess of Smithville, Tennessee, who passed away on January 14, 2026, at the age of 36, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her sister Kayla Malone; and her grandparents, Ina Ruth and Paul Bess. She is survived by: her parents, Tony Bess (Tina) of Smithville and Cheryl Gotro (Philip) of Dowelltown; her daughter Bailey Kidd of Panama City, FL; her brother Scott Bess (Ashley) of Panama City, FL.; her uncles, Greg Bess (Malissa) of Smithville and Michael Higgins (Beverly) of South Carolina; her aunt Sheila Branson (Lloyd) of Washington; and her pet Bentley.
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to the Overcomers Support Group or Haven of Hope.
