Joseph M. Kieffer

Joseph M. Kieffer, age 40, passed away on Friday, August 13th at his home in Owatonna. Joe was born on September 25, 1980 in Rochester, the son of Gerald and Michele (Nunemacher) Kieffer. He was raised in Elba with his siblings and graduated with the St. Charles high school class of 1999. Joe began working for Sekapp Orchard shortly after high school and eventually moved onto working as a machine operator for AmesburyTruth manufacturing in Owatonna.
In his spare time, Joe loved to be on the water fishing or on a bike trail; he also enjoyed watching his Minnesota Twins.
Joe will always be remembered by his children, Jaxon and Toree Kieffer; step-children, Zach and Kailyn Felker; parents, Gerald (Rosemarie) Kieffer and Michele (Bruce) Vincent; paternal grandpa, Ed Kieffer; siblings, Jason (Sara) Kieffer, Nicole (Micah) Maser, Aimee Kieffer; nieces, Alexas, Aurora, Olivia, and Ophelia; nephews, Aiden and Ajay; as well as his aunts, uncles, other extended family and close friends.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Irvin and Jackie Nunemacher, as well as his paternal grandma, Margaret Kieffer.
Mass of Christian Burial for Joe will take place at 11:00 AM on Friday, August 20 at St. Aloysius Church in Elba. There will be a visitation held for one hour prior to the Mass at church on Friday from 10-11 AM. Interment will be held at the St. Aloysius Cemetery. The Hoff Funeral Homes are assisting Joe's family with arrangements. Please head to www.hofffuneral.com to leave a message on Joe's Tribute Wall. Memorials are preferred to Joe's family.

Cheryl Nintemann wrote on Aug 20, 2021:

"My deepest sympathies to Joe\'s family - I remember his bright spirit from St. Aloysius activities. Prayers are with you all. "

Don & Pat Zingler wrote on Aug 19, 2021:

"Blessings to the Kieffer family in this tragic loss."

Robin Graves wrote on Aug 19, 2021:

"To Joe?s loved ones, my deepest condolences. May he find peace in the arms of the Angels. "

Ashley Von Ruden wrote on Aug 19, 2021:

"Joe had the most colorful and ecstatic personality I have ever encountered. His smile and laugh was contagious. He would do anything to cheer up someone who was down. I am truly blessed to have had a chance to know Joe. His jokes and hilarious comments would always brighten my day. He was a ray of sunshine for all the guys at the house. He had such a great big heart and truly adored his children. He has definitely left a gaping whole in everyone\'s heart here at HHO, but we are filling it with all the memories, laughs, and hugs that was given by him. We will always remember or \'Cotton-eye Joe\' and He will always be a part of our HHO family."

Laurie Kennedy wrote on Aug 19, 2021:

"My deepest sympathies to the families of Joe. I graduated with Michele and only knew Joe casually. It is so hard losing a child. "

Jim Siebenaler wrote on Aug 19, 2021:

"My deepest sympathies for Joe?s kids and family. A few years back Joe and I made up the two man crew that was Siebenaler Construction. Feedback I heard most from homeowners/clients was..?Joe is very kind and respectful?...Those two qualities are what I look for most in an employee and, more importantly, a human being. Well done Joe. One evening we had a bad storm at our place that dropped a tree on our home. Without asking, Joe was the first one there with a chainsaw and stayed into the night helping to clear the tree. Joe never asked or expected anything in return. He helped me out on a number of occasions it that way. Take care brother and we?ll see ya later RIP"

Jessa Schweim wrote on Aug 18, 2021:

"In a town of 220 people where half of them were your relatives you find yourself extra close to those of the same age. Joe you were exactly 1 month younger than me. My bus seat buddy. My classmate. My cousin. My friend. I will forever imbed our memories, cherish our childhood and miss the joy you brought to so many people. I?m sorry for the pain you suffered but now you may rest at ease. Love you buddy!"

Robin Miller Kroening wrote on Aug 18, 2021:

"Joe was a Good Friend to Ryan. I remember the time Ryan was strut with his math and Joe stepped right up and told us he was good at math and the 2 of them worked together. Joe would come over and camp with us Joe and Ryan always got along very well. Joe will be deeply missed. Thanks for the memories! Robin Miller Kroening "

Heather Kieffer wrote on Aug 18, 2021:

"Joe was my husband, for 16 years and the father of my kids. He was an amazing man who struggled to find his own inner happiness everyday. He was VERY proud of his kids, all 4 of them and he loved them all VERY deeply. Even though it didn\'t work out for the two of us, he will always hold a special place in my heart. I spent 18 years of my life with him and never wanted anything but happiness for him. He is deeply missed"