Jessie(Big Jess)Suelzle: ‘A heart bigger than life’

Jessie had many hobbies. He loved hunting, softball, basketball, riding his Harley, going to the lake, but most of all, he loved his family and friends. If you knew Big Jess, you know that he lived life to the fullest. He was known as the life of the party, gave great bear hugs, and was always willing to lend a helping hand. He had a heart bigger than life. Big Jess had a huge presence in the local softball community. He umpired games as well as played for many years. He also played men’s league basketball, coached youth basketball, and refereed for the Eel River Valley schools.

Jessie is survived by his daughter Malia Suelzle, brother Chris(Jennifer)Boswell, nephews (neffs) Logan and Kaden Boswell, niece Jordan Boswell (Baby J), mother Debbie Suelzle, sister Rebecca Suelzle niece Gracie Linn, nephews Tyler Linn and Landon LaBranche, cousins Steve and Kathy Kuchac and many friends. Jessie is preceded in death by his father Brian, nana Darlene, Great Grandmother Helen and Great Aunt Betty.

There will be a celebration of life on Sunday, December 15th at the River Lodge beginning at 1 PM. In lieu of flowers, please consider bringing an unwrapped toy to be donated to United Bikers of Northern California (UBNC) annual toy drive. Jessie loved kids and attending the annual toy run.

Our family would like to extend our sincere thanks to everyone at the scene of the accident. We take comfort in knowing Jessie and Amy were surrounded by so many great people.