Jessie (Big Jess) Suelzle
April 18, 1983 - November 10, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the tragic passing of Jessie Suelzle on Sunday, November 10, 2024 at the young age of 41.

Jessie was born on April 18, 1983 at Redwood Memorial Hospital and grew up in Hydesville. Jessie graduated from Fortuna High School in 2002. After high school, Jessie worked as a security guard before starting his 20-year career with the City of Fortuna. During his career with the city, Jessie made many lifelong friends, which he referred to as his work family.

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 Darleen, great-grandmother Helen and Great Aunt Betty.

There will be a celebration of life on Sunday, December 15 at the River Lodge beginning at 1 p.m. 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.

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