Thomas W. “Pastor Tom” Kiessling, age 65, beloved husband of 40 years to Cheryl A. (Conner) Kiessling went home to be with Jesus on Sunday, May 25, after a two year battle with cancer. He passed away peacefully, at his home, with his family by his side. 

Tom was born in Cleveland, OH, the oldest son of Joan (Schreiber) Kiessling of Medfield and the late Werner Kiessling. He lived in Ohio before his family relocated to Medfield when he was seven where he grew up, eventually moving to Winchester for a number of years and finally settling in Billerica in 1990.

Known as Pastor Tom during his 37 years in the ministry, he served on the pastoral staff at International Family Church before helping to launch All People Church of North Reading in March of 2024. His ministry was characterized by his heart to encourage others, his passion for teaching, and his humble nature.

In his spare time he was an avid golfer, loved a fresh cup of coffee, and enjoyed completing DIY projects around the house. Above all, he loved spending time with his wife, children and especially his three grandchildren.

Besides his wife he is survived by his son Brian Kiessling of Watertown; his two daughters, Melissa Allen and her husband David of Haverhill, and Lauren Kiessling and her husband Richard Celestino of N. Andover; his mother, Joan Kiessling of Medfield; six siblings, Patricia Kiessling of Hanover, Mary Ellen Petersen of Attleboro and Susan Hall and her husband Rick of Attleboro, Bob Kiessling of MI, Mike Kiessling and his wife Alma of Franklin, and John Kiessling and his wife Cammy of Stoughton; his beloved three grandchildren, Sofia, Luca and Matias as well as many nieces, nephews, friends and congregants.

His words to live by were based on 2 Timothy 4:7, finish strong, and he did just that. While we grieve his passing, we do not grieve as those who have no hope (1 Thessalonians 4:13), and we take comfort in the knowledge that he is healed and rejoicing in heaven.