Kelly Philip Heinzel

Kelly Philip Heinzel, born July 29, 1985, passed away on January 13, 2026.

Kelly was a fighter and a loving soul who brought humor and light into the lives of everyone who knew him. Despite enduring immense hardship, including extensive surgeries following a shooting, he remained courageous and became an even more compassionate and caring man.

Harley-Davidson motorcycles were Kelly’s greatest passion, followed by fishing, the outdoors, muscle cars, music, and art. He had a contagious sense of humor, loved making people laugh, and shared a big heart with family and friends.

Kelly is survived by his children, Jayden, Briar, Luke, and Mary Jane; his mother, Michelle Ruchti; his father, Kenny Heinzel; his siblings, Kelsi Jackson, Nico Heinzel, Ken Heinzel, Teddie Myatt, and Jordan Davis; his grandparents, Debbie Smith, Dodi and Ron Warner; and many other loved ones.

He was preceded in death by Ray Heinzel, Ed Smith, Don Ruchti, an infant cousin, and Grandma Phyllis, whom Kelly was named after.

Graveside services will be held February 7, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at Melrose Memorial Gardens in Payette.

Kelly will be remembered for his strength, faith, humor, forgiveness, and the deep love he shared with others.

Ride fast. Fly high.