Published on June 14, 2025 12:09 pm
Last Updated on June 14, 2025 12:09 pm
Kallie Nicole Kemper, 17, of Mattoon IL passed away at 8:57 am on Thursday June 12, 2025, in Mattoon.
A Celebration of Life will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 pm on Thursday June 26, 2025, at Roc’s Blackfront Tavern and Grill in Charleston, IL. Burial will be in the Harmony Cemetery at a later date.
Kallie was born on August 7, 2007, in Mattoon, IL the daughter of Tony Ghaziani and Mary Kemper.
Surviving are her parents, Tony (Alicia) Ghaziani, and Mary Kemper and stepfather Holden Alvey; grandparents Anita (Chell) Kemper, Heather Shawl, and Ali Ghaziani; siblings Alexa, Jr, Michael, Andreas, Adarien, Ali, Angelo, Aubrey, and Katy; several aunts and uncles; and special cousin KK.
She was preceded in death by sisters Ember and Samantha and grandfather Ronnie Kemper Sr.
Kallie was a recent graduate of Mattoon High School, Class of 2025. She worked at McDonald’s in Mattoon and was known for her warm personality and bright spirit. Kallie had a deep love for reading, gaming, and all things Hello Kitty. She also enjoyed building Legos and spending time in nature—she truly loved everything about the outdoors.
Memorials can be made to the Go-Fund-Me account for Kallie or to the Barkley Funeral Chapel: P.O Box 381 Greenup, IL 62428. https://www.gofundme.com/f/supportkallies-beautiful-farewell
Online condolences can be expressed at www.barkleyfuneralchapels.com