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William Kiessel Obituary

KIESSEL - William J., 83 years of Southold, formerly of North Merrick, on October 10th. Beloved husband of Gloria (nee Harrigan). Loving father of Kathryn (Robert) Tiedge of Holtsville, Jane (Tod) Angus of Westfield, NJ, and William (Maureen) of Stony Brook. Devoted grandfather of eight. Retired Detective NYPD. Visitation Sunday from 7-9 and Monday from 2-4 and 7-9pm at the Coster-Heppner Funeral Home, 32470 Main Road, Cutchogue. Funeral Mass Tuesday at 10am at St. Patrick's Church, Main Road, Southold. Interment with military honors to follow at Calverton National Cemetery.

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Published by Newsday on Oct. 12, 2008.

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Vicki Kimmins

October 12, 2008

My sympathies and prayers go out to the Kiessel and Angus families at this very sad time.

Nancy Filanowicz

October 12, 2008

My condolences to Bill and Family. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

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