Kyle Scott Kierscht, 59, died unexpectedly on Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025, in Omaha, Neb. He was born on July 11, 1966, in Council Bluffs, to Orville and Norma (Barnes) Kierscht. He grew up outside of Missouri Valley in the Calhoun area and attended school in Missouri Valley. After graduating in 1984, Kyle attended college in Sioux City for heavy equipment operation. He then moved to Orange County, Calif. with David Giese and Jack Winther and they worked on the docks. Kyle moved back to the Missouri Valley area and went to work at Negus & Sons operating heavy equipment and worked his way up to a superintendent with this company. Kyle married Teresa Holst on June 10, 2000. The couple have always lived in the Missouri Valley area. In 2005, Kyle took over farming the family farm and continued to work with heavy equipment. In 2018, Kyle retired from operating heavy equipment to work on the family farm. In 2019 he worked with a contractor to remodel his family farmhouse, and they were able to make it their forever home in 2020.
Kyle was a member of the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Missouri Valley. He was deeply passionate about farming and working with his hands. He had a remarkable ability to tell a joke, even if he was the only one laughing at it. Kyle enjoyed working out at the CREW Center in Woodbine. He and Teresa enjoyed traveling and sightseeing, especially to warmer places as he hated the cold. Family was paramount to Kyle. He took immense pride in attending his children’s activities, supporting them with unwavering enthusiasm. He was always willing to drop everything to help his kids with whatever they needed. His love extended further to his role as a grandpa, where he relished every moment spent creating memories with his grandchildren. Additionally, Kyle shared a special connection with his beloved dog, Mak, who was more than just a pet, he was a faithful companion and part of the family. He was a devoted fan of college football, frequently enjoying games alongside his wife, Teresa. Their shared passion for the sport represented not just a pastime but a bond cultivated through shared experiences and joy.
Kyle was preceded in death by his father, Orville Kierscht. He is survived by his wife, Teresa Kierscht of Missouri Valley; children, David (Lura) Holst of Omaha, Neb., Taylor (Devin) Mumm of Harlan, Emily Kierscht (Nick Haynes) of Missouri Valley and Madee Kierscht of Missouri Valley; four grandchildren, Kole, Mia, Maren and Calvin; mother, Norma Kierscht of Missouri Valley; siblings, Karen Kierscht of Missouri Valley and Linda (Tom) Wollak of North Carolina; nephew, Colby (Monica) Wollak; niece, Jordan Jackson; great-nephew, Maxwell; Teresa’s parents, Ronald and Carol Holst of Dunlap; and many other relatives and friends.
A funeral service was held on Friday, Nov. 21, 2025, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Missouri Valley. Rev. Jean McCartney presided over the service. The musician was Carole Gorham. The musical selections were “On Eagle’s Wings”, “Ordinary” by Alex Warren and “Go Rest High on That Mountain” by Vince Gill. The honorary pallbearers were Devin Mumm, Nick Haynes, David Burke, Kole Mumm, Calvin Holst and Colby Wollak. The pallbearers were David Holst, David Geise, Todd Holst, Jake Kierscht, Wayne Kierscht and Jack Winther. Kyle’s final resting place is at the Calhoun Cemetery.
Fouts Funeral Home in Woodbine was in charge of arrangements. www.foutsfuneralhome.com
