BORN

1945

DIED

2018

FUNERAL HOME

Arch L. Heady at Resthaven

4400 Bardstown Road

Louisville, Kentucky

Carol Kappesser Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 9, 2018.

Carol A. Kappesser (McDonald) 73, returned to her heavenly father on January 8, 2018.She was born and raised in Louisville and was a 1963 graduate from Waggener High School and a member of AA for 24 years. She worked for Edward Jones Investments in Lyndon for 19 years and loved every minute of it and was blessed by many co-workers, friends and clients whom she loved and referred to them as her extended family.
She is preceded in death by the love of her life for 30 years, her husband, James M. Kappesser, her loving dad, Mason McDonald Jr., her loving mother, Mary McDonald. her nephews, Joshua and Jon McDonald and her "hero" brother, Robert F. McDonald.
Those left to cherish her memories is her loving sister, Juanita M. Brooks (Joe), her sister-in-law, Mary Anna McDonald, "Her" girls (nieces) and boys, Michelle A. Melton (Greg) and Jennifer L. Mercer (Bill). She loved her role as "Nanny Carol" to "her special grandchildren" Samantha L., Brianna M. and Ellie M. Melton and Anna G., Mason W., and Tate B. Mercer. Also survived by Dana L. McDonald, niece and several great nieces, great nephews, and a very special friend that was like a sister, Anita K. Murphy and friends, Stephanie and Doug Perry.
A funeral service to celebrate Carol's life will be conducted at 10 a.m. on Saturday, January 13, 2018 in the chapel of Arch L. Heady at Resthaven, 4400 Bardstown Rd with entombment to follow at Resthaven Memorial Park. Guests are invited to attend a visitation from 3-8 p.m. Friday, January 12, 2018 and after 9 a.m. the day of the funeral.
In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made to the Alzheimer's Association or Hosparus of Louisville.
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January 22, 2018

Maggie Brown

Carol was the best neighbor I could ask for. She was so caring of everyone. She will be greatly missed.

January 18, 2018

Nancy Frankenhauser

So sorry. Loved Carol - she was so good to me when she was with Edward Jones. She really knew the business and was such a sweetie.

January 15, 2018

Sherry Kappesser

Carol, we will always love and miss you. You and Jimmy are together. Love, Larry and Sherry Kappesser

January 13, 2018

Florence Young

You were always special to me
love you

January 13, 2018

Janice Zipfel

Carol was one special lady. If you met her you were instantly one of her very best friends, she loved with her whole heart. I pray God's comfort for her family, that He will always bring the best memories.

January 12, 2018

Anita Murphy

I am really going to miss my best friend - but with my faith we will meet again - love you Carol

January 12, 2018

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Mary Ann McDonald

Rest in peace.

January 12, 2018

Mary Ann McDonald

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January 12, 2018

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Dick and Kathy Dennis

What a joy to have known Carol and to be blessed by her cheerful and caring spirit. She had a gift for letting you know you were loved. She will be remembered fondly, and especially each time we visit her Edward Jones office.

January 11, 2018

Judie

I'm sure going to miss my " lil sparky "

January 10, 2018

May God's loving kindness comfort you and help you through this very sad time
Psalms 29:11

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Memorial Events
for Carol Kappesser

Jan

12

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Arch L. Heady at Resthaven

4400 Bardstown Road, Louisville, KY 40218

Jan

13

Visitation

9:00 a.m.

Arch L. Heady at Resthaven

4400 Bardstown Road, Louisville, KY 40218

Jan

13

Funeral service

10:00 a.m.

Arch L. Heady at Resthaven

4400 Bardstown Road, Louisville, KY 40218

Jan

13

Entombment

Resthaven Memorial Park

KY

Funeral services provided by:

Arch L. Heady at Resthaven

4400 Bardstown Road, Louisville, KY 40218

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