Kessler, Jr., Henry C. “Hank”, born in Queens, NY on January 31, 1932, entered into rest on October 9, 2020.
Beloved husband of Margie Kessler (nee Schroeder) for 48 years; loving father of Debra Kessler Roth, Susan (Daniel) Koger, Henry C. (Diana) Kessler, III, Garrett Kessler, Michael Bitzer, Donna Smith and Linda (Monte) Thus; cherished grandfather of 15 and great-grandfather of 9; our dear brother, brother-in-law, uncle, cousin and friend.
Mr. Kessler was an avid tennis player, softball player, snow skier, golfer, bowler having bowled a Perfect 300 game, loved fishing and following the horses. Mr. Kessler retired from the USDA as an IT Specialist in 1998.
Services: Visitation at Kutis South County Chapel, 5255 Lemay Ferry Road, on Thursday, October 15, from 11:00 am until time of service at 1:00 pm. Entombment at St. Marcus Mausoleum. Memorials may be made to Crosspoint Church and are appreciated.
Rip Dad…
Thanks for all you’ve done for me… Please watch over me and my family… xoxo
Dad I love you so much and you know I’m going to miss you more I couldn’t ask for a better dad in the world then you you taught me so much my kids left you too and my grandchildren your great-grandchildren they have a lot of great memories of you and will never forget all that you’ve done for us I know life’s you are truly special angel and I know in my heart you will suffer no more but I also know that you had a wonderful life meeting Margie and I respect that and love her for making your life so special the only regret I have is not spending more time with you and all I’m going to say is that you will be tucked in my heart forever and ever I love you Dad and never forget that ever Debbie
To Margie Kessler and All The Adult Children and Grandchildren’ our Deepest sympathy. He was so Loved by us and all. Rest In Peace He is with the Lord , dancing with Angels. No more pain. Many tears, will be dearly missed. Roxane ( Niece ) Dennis Stubbs Love to all
Grandpa, we all love you so much. I am happy to have had you in my life; to learn from you, to laugh with you and to hear wonderful stories of you, grandma and your lives together. You will truly be missed. You have lived a long fulfilling life and though you were presented with hurtles these last years, you still stayed you. I know you are in a better place now, a more peaceful place, and know that we are all thinking of you. All of your kids, grandchildren, great grandchildren, family and friends will miss you and are grateful to have had you in our lives.
We love you with all our hearts. Sleep well and be at peace.
Love Benjamin
So sorry for your loss Hank & Dianna, Debbie and all your family! Dad’s are so important in our families and I know you miss him so!
Very sorry for your loss. He was a very kind thoughtful and genuine soul who always put everyone else first. My prayers are with you all during these hard times and may he watch over you and continue to love and protect you.
Mr. Kessler, R.I.P.
Unfortunately, I never had the honor of your presence. I did however feel I knew you from your daughter Susan who spoke of you often. You raised a wonderful family that I cherish in my life. I trust God made your journey smooth and peaceful. How could it not, with those beautiful Angels?
Susan, Hank, Debbie, and Gary my heart is with you in this deepest time.
My Dear Uncle Hank,
God knows how you have made and impression on me and have influenced my early life as a child. You were always so happy! So impressionable! So calm, cool, and collected. I remember how special you made me and anyone who entered your home feel. I cherish the stories on the bed before going to sleep. You would make these faces and sounds and the stories in my mind came to life by your magical ways of presenting and speaking. I remember and cherish the sleep overs and how nice you woke us up to go to Palisades Amusement Park every year as a whole family. It felt like an adventure with our whole family. Any party you threw, you gave it your best!! We all loved you. I thank God for you in my early life. I have missed you all these years growing up as your niece, and regret not being able to tell you this myself!!! Your children had one of the best dads and they knew! They were very lucky, your ways have definitely spilled over into each of them. I love your family and our past! In my heart forever, love you! God keep you in his care as you now rest! xo With Love for you and your family. Your niece Linda Lee Wainwright, Esposito (Sheree and Harrys daughter)
I enjoyed playing golf with Hank and the after-golf pizza/beers at Rend Lake. He was a kind gentleman and will truly be missed.
I want to send my condolences, thoughts and prayers to the entire family. He was a fun loving man with a heart of gold who made anyone who knew him a better person. I will always remember him as being a super fun, athletic, adventurous, kind man with a warm heart and a gentle soul. I pray that God comforts my Grandma Margie, my Mom Debbie, my Aunt Sue, Uncle Hank, and Uncle Gary, along with the rest of his family and friends during this very difficult time. It hurts the most when we lose people we love the most, but we must always remember that having them in our lives in the first place is such a gift, a true blessing. RIP Grandpa, you will never be forgotten and will live in our hearts forever.
Margie my heart goes out to you and your family. May God surround you with Comfort and peace. I am sorry I will not be able to make it to the Funeral I have to work.
Love you Margie
Love always
Melissa
May God Bless all of you in this time of sorrow, may the spirit of the Lord lift you all up and give you the strength to get through this together, just remember Papa Kessler now rests in God’s heavenly kingdom, he will live eternally in the peace and joy that Jesus Christ brings to us all. May God Bless all who remember him, and keep his memories in their hearts, minds and souls forever, and ever, Amen
Forever In Our Hearts:
The Kessler’s Melissa, Grandchildren: Amanda, Nicole, Anthony
Sorry for your loss
Dad, you will be so missed by everyone who knew you. You always brought a sense of peace, calmness and joy whenever you were around. You were always aware of everyone elses happiness. I have many happy memories especially of the short time Hank and I lived in St. Louis. And the vacations we shared. And your visits. You were always happy and that overflowed to everyone around you. I was truly blessed to have you for a father in law. My children had an Awesome grandpa. We will all miss you and cherish every moment we had with you. You will be in our hearts forever . My thoughts and prayers are with you Margie.
My Condolences to all of Hank’s family. What a wonderful man. I always looked forward to getting the notice of our annual golf trip from Hank. The many hours on the course and afterwards all the talk about the Mets and the Cardinals and of course the horses.
He will be sorely missed.