LINCOLN, CALIF. – Kelly Joseph Bess, age 52, of Lincoln, succumbed to cancer at home surrounded by his family on September 21, 2014.

Kelly is survived by his wife, Susan of 27 years, daughters; Kaiti and Kassi, his mother Virginia, brother Daniel, and sister Debbie Hayward.

He managed Rancho Murrieta Equestrian Center for over 20 years. His true passions were working on the family’s ranch and branding calves.

A celebration of life was  held Sept. 26 at the Bess family’s home. 

Any donations can be made to the Kelly Bess Memorial Fund at U.S Bank, 525 McBean Park Dr., Lincoln, CA 95648.