Monika Kieffer

Monika Kieffer, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and dedicated educator, passed away peacefully from natural causes on April 6, 2025, in Gallatin, TN. Born on December 7, 1963, in Fayetteville, NC. Monika was sunshine and light, the kind of person whose presence warmed every room and lifted every heart. She was caring, kind, and funny-beauty, inside and out.

Monika was a passionate Para Pro Assistant for Howard Elementary, where she devoted many years fostering the growth and development of her students. Known as "everyone's cheerleader," she often attended her students' sporting events and special occasions long after they had left her classroom, exemplifying her dedication to their success and well-being.

Monika was preceded in death by her parents, James Denney and Lieselotte Denney.

She is survived by her loving husband, James "Jim" Kieffer; her sons, Joshua Kieffer (Jordan) and Matthew Kieffer (Summer); her cherished granddaughter, Eisley Kieffer; her brother, Charles Proffitt; her sister, Kathy Wilson; her nephew, Justin Proffitt; as well as her beloved pets, Cooper and Izzy. Each family member carries forward her legacy of love, kindness, and encouragement.

A reception of friends will be held on Sunday, May 4, 2025 from 2PM until 2:45PM at the Howard Elementary School, 805 Long Hollow Pike, Gallatin, Tennessee 37066.  A life celebration will immediately follow at 2:45PM to honor Monika's life and contributions to her community.  Friends and family will gather to share their memories and celebrate the remarkable life she led.

Monika Kieffer will be deeply missed by all, but her spirit will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Special Olympics Tennessee, Area 21 Sumner County, 5115 Maryland Way, Suite 300, Brentwood, TN 37027; American Humane Society, 16 Volunteer Drive, Hendersonville, TN 37075; or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.