Amanda Kingery Obituary – New Palestine, Indiana Mourns the Sudden and Tragic Loss of Beloved Wife, Mother, and Community Pillar
The New Palestine, Indiana community is reeling from the heartbreaking and sudden loss of Amanda Kingery, a devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, cousin, and cherished friend to many. Amanda passed away this past weekend following a tragic head injury, leaving behind a family and community overwhelmed with grief and disbelief.
Amanda Kingery was more than a name—she was a radiant presence, a comforting soul, and the emotional anchor of her family. To her husband, Coach Chris Kingery, Amanda was not only a life partner but a confidante, a source of unwavering love and strength, and the irreplaceable heartbeat of their shared journey. Her passing has shaken not only her immediate family but the entire New Palestine area, where Amanda was known, respected, and deeply loved.
In a heartfelt and raw message shared by Chris, the depth of their loss was laid bare:
“After the longest weekend of my life, we have lost our rock. My wife, Amanda Kingery, passed away Saturday evening from a head injury. We are devastated by her passing and still cannot believe she is not here. She was a devoted mom, daughter, sister, aunt, and cousin. To me, she was my best friend. The pain we feel cannot be measured.”
Amanda’s life was defined by compassion, joy, and resilience. She was a woman of great empathy and strength who lived every day with purpose and love. As a mother, she poured her heart into raising her children with patience, grace, and endless encouragement. As a wife, she stood beside Chris as his biggest supporter, his closest ally, and his true soulmate. And as a friend, Amanda had a unique ability to make those around her feel seen, loved, and uplifted.
The news of her sudden passing has rippled across New Palestine, where the Kingery family has long been a cornerstone of the community. Coach Chris Kingery is a respected mentor and leader, having shaped the lives of countless students and athletes through his work. Now, in this unimaginable moment of grief, the community is stepping forward to return the same strength and support that Chris and Amanda have given to others for so many years.
Friends, neighbors, and well-wishers have united in prayer, love, and action—organizing fundraisers, meal trains, and memorial support efforts to ease the burden of unexpected costs and give the Kingery family space to grieve. The outpouring of love is a testament to Amanda’s impact: she touched lives not through grand gestures, but through her everyday kindness, fierce loyalty, and quiet strength.
In the midst of sorrow, Chris’s words serve as a powerful reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of treasuring those closest to us:
“I ask all of you to please tell your loved ones how much you love them. Hug them, love them, and leave them no words unsaid.”
Amanda’s legacy will not be defined by the tragedy of her passing, but by the beauty of how she lived: with integrity, generosity, and an unshakeable love for her family and community. Her memory will live on in the lives she nurtured, the family she held together with care and devotion, and the countless people who were blessed to call her a friend.
Funeral arrangements and memorial service details will be shared in the coming days, and the community is encouraged to come together to celebrate the life of a woman whose spirit will never be forgotten.
Please keep the Kingery family—Chris, their children, and all those who loved Amanda—close in your thoughts and prayers as they navigate this profound and heartbreaking loss.
Rest in peace, Amanda Kingery. You were, and will always remain, the heart of your family and a beacon of love in your community.