Kelly Lynn Ingstad

Kelly Lynn Ingstad, 40, passed away June 1, 2023, at her parents’ home.

A celebration of life will be at the Wittich Riley Freers Funeral Home on Monday, June 12, with visitation at 10 AM, and funeral following at noon.Online condolences: www.wittichfuneralhome.com.

Kelly was born on November 21, 1982, in Muscatine to Scott and Jessica Ingstad.  She attended Muscatine Public Schools, graduating from Muscatine High School in 2001.  While at MHS she was the starting center on several successful girls basketball teams.

Kelly attended Muscatine Community College and Iowa State University.  During college she often distinguished herself as a waitress at many popular restaurants.  Kelly then began her career in financial services, including time spent at Wells Fargo Bank in Des Moines, First National Bank of Muscatine, and Military Family Home Loans in West Des Moines.  For a short time, Kelly also followed the career path of her grandfather, Don Ingstad, working in sales at Krieger Motors.

The highlight of Kelly’s life was her daughter Olyvia, who was born in 2008.  Their relationship was truly blessed, based on genuine love for each other.

Kelly was preceded in death by grandparents, Don and Bernyce Ingstad and Jerry and Betty Powell, and uncle Tom Powell.

She is survived by her parents Scott and Jessica Ingstad, daughter Olyvia Reyes, brother Chris Ingstad and wife Sarah, and their children Calvin, Laurel, Andrew, and Ellie.  Kelly is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Kelly was known for her ready smile, genuinely friendly demeanor, and loyalty to her friends and family.  She persevered throughout her life, challenged by numerous health issues, the most significant being three major brain surgeries.  While passing away at 40 is far too early, Kelly’s faith ensures she is now resting at peace with her Creator.

 

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