Jesse Taylor Kief Dobbs Ferry, New York Obituary

Jesse Taylor Kief

Jesse Taylor Kief, 19, of Irvington passed away on April 3, 2018. Jesse Taylor Kief will forever be remembered as a teacher of human spirit, perseverance and strength. He came into this world with a greater purpose then to be an ordinary human being. Jesse, born October 24, 1998 to Cindy and Steven Kief of Irvington, NY, shares his birthday with his twin brother, Jacob Robert Kief. Through significant challenges throughout his 19 years of life, Jesse, has touched many lives. Jesse will be remembered for his brilliant smile, his knowing glance, his quiet demeanor who, with no words, could command the presence of a room. The incredible caregivers, teachers, staff and medical personnel at The Center for Discovery in Harris, NY, where Jesse spent the majority of his life, shared that Jesse was a rare and unforgettable gift to this incredible community for people with physical, cognitive and intellectual disabilities. Jesse is survived by his mother, Cindy Kief, a real estate broker at William Ravies Legends Realty in Irvington, NY, his father, Steven Kief, owner of RKO Ltd, a kitchen and bath design firm located in Irvington, NY, his siblings, Jacob, 19, Anna, 15, Coco, 11, Jonathan, 33 and Nicole, 37. Funeral Service 11AM Thursday, April 5, 2018 Edwards-Dowdle Funeral Home, 64 Ashford Ave, Dobbs Ferry. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made "in memory of Jesse Kief" to the following organizations: Maria Fareri Children's Hospital https://foundation.westchestermedicalcenter.com/page.aspx?pid=366 The Center for Discovery https://www.thecenterfordiscovery.org/support-discovery/donate-today/ Service APR 5. 11:00 AM (ET) Edwards - Dowdle Funeral Home 64 Ashford Avenue Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522 info@edwardsdowdle.com https://www.edwardsanddowdle.com Loading map
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laurencoco@icloud.com
June 3, 2021
he is my brother my friend and the greatest person ever. love you jessicle.-Coco Kief 3
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lorraine charles (formerly paganelli)
April 6, 2018
Sweet Jesse. As his physical therapist in preschool I had to work to earn his trust. But once I did, it was an unforgettable bond. And his smile was magical.
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April 5, 2018
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Corey Schiller
April 4, 2018
The best thing that could have happened in life was to have you touch as many people as you had. Your love reached further than one can imagine. Be at peace now cousin, for we shall all be together again soon.
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April 3, 2018
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Stephanie Arnold
April 3, 2018
Jesse- Although I never met you, your family has shared beautiful moments about you with the world. I have only heard about the incredible soul and smile you have. Your light will forever be shining in the hearts of everyone you have touched. Stephanie Arnold
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