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HARRY CISSEL Obituary
HARRY ANTHONY CISSEL, JR.
Passed away on Sunday, June 23, 2013, of Silver Spring, MD, surrounded by loving family. Beloved husband of 55 years to the late Patricia "Pat" Grace Cissel; father of Deborah G. Barolet of Bethany Beach, DE, Lauren C. Padgett of Williamsburg, VA and Richard A. Cissel of Grand Ledge, MI; brother of Joyce Shegogue. Pre-deceased by grandson, Matthew Hoeltje. Also survived by eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard, West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Thursday, June 27, 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Michael the Archangel Church, 805 Wayne Avenue, Silver Spring, MD, on Friday, June 28, at 10 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer's Foundation of America www.alz.org or the Beagle Rescue League, www.brewbeagles.orgwww.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com
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Frank Salamone
June 20, 2021
Cant believe that this giant of a man has been gone from us for this long. I considered him a best friend. He was the admiral of the queens navy (Laurie knows what I mean) . Hope you are all well and thriving. God bless you! Frank Salamone
Bob Haynes
June 20, 2021
I remember when Harry would come to the Pizza Kitchen and son Richard worked there with me and Laura and I was in the same grade together, very nice and kind family, Rest In Peace Harry
Frank Salamone
June 20, 2019
Harry and I became friends from the first time we met. He had the energy of a nuclear device and the loyalty of the great american that he was. Not long after we met , Harry took me to his home where he and Pat would make me feel at home. He knew I missed my family. And Pat would make a great Italian dinner for us. As I said earlier, I knew and loved this guy for 47 years and will never forget him or the silly jokes we shared. I'm sure he is keeping God well entertained. Best to Laurie, Deb, and Richard. You all came from a wonderful pair.
July 26, 2013
Very sorry to hear he's gone. Harry was one of my best friends. Tom Hershey
Hershey's Cleaners Gaithersburg Md
Nancy and Gary Kesteven
July 21, 2013
Dear Laurie, Debbie, and Rich and Family,
I just learned of Harry's passing July 9th in the Washington Post. Gary and I are so very sorry for your loss. Pat and Harry were so much a part of our happiness on Boundary Ave. We have such fond memories of our time together with your mom and dad. When I think of your dad you can only think of the many happy times we spent on Boundary Ave. But, you always have your memories of such a wonderful guy.
love,
Gary and Nancy Kesteven
July 2, 2013
Debbie
Your Dad was loved by everyone he touch in life. What a great sendoff you guys put together. Richard, your reading at the church was just as your Dad would have wanted it. Please email me with your contact info so we can get together again soon. You're not just cousins. You're more like brothers and sisters to us all.
Love
Bobby
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Nurturing Hearts
July 1, 2013
What an honor and a privilege it was to have been apart of Mr. Cissel's (papa)life. We thank you and your family for such a special jewel. We shall cherish the memories we've shared forever. May God continue to bless you and your family.
Gay Beam Briggs
June 29, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. I loved your Dad like he was my Dad. He will be greatly missed.
Susan Wilhelm
June 29, 2013
Dear Debbie, Laurie, & Richard- Gary and I loved your DAD! I think anyone who was blessed to have crossed paths with him did! You had a wonderful gift to be loved by him and I believe he will remind you of his love when you see him again in Heaven! With sympathy, Gary and Susan Wilhelm
June 27, 2013
Just got off the phone with Jane, even seeing the picture of your father (haven't seen him in 45 yrs) brought a smile to my face..what a kind and gentle soul...and thats from childhood memories ! Jeffrey Cook Austin, Texas
Kathy Whittlesey Gray
June 27, 2013
Dear Debbie, Laurie, & Richard- I'm so sorry for your loss, and wish I could be with you at this time. Many of us are feeling his loss along with you. Harry was a very special man. He had such an influence in my life just by being himself; he had a zest for life, and he shared it generously with anyone he met. He and your mother included me in the warmth and hospitality of your family...what a gift! Some of the best years of our lives were spent with the two families together enjoying one another and life!
God bless...
June 27, 2013
So many fond memories - always a smile, story or joke! Thinking of you all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. With love, Mary Jane, CP and Tina/Christine.
Bob Haynes
June 27, 2013
Went to Takoma Park Jr High & Blair with Lauri, worked with Richard @ the Pizza Kitchen, " May Peace & God be with the family" "Rest in Peace Harry"
June 27, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. So sorry for your loss. May your dad/grandpa rest in peace.
Chadd and Tamera Smith and family Dewitt, Michigan
kelly kelly charles
June 27, 2013
Dear Laurie, Rich and Family,
We are so sorry about your loss. We are thinking about you all.
Kelly and John and Kendra Charles
Harry and Whit, best friends for over 60 years.
June 26, 2013
Pat, Jean Whittlesey & Harry celebrating New Year's!
June 26, 2013
Harry delivering toast at Whittlesey's 50th anniversary party.
June 26, 2013
Whit's wedding with his best friend by his side.
June 26, 2013
Harry at Herald Harbor, MD
June 26, 2013
Debbie, Richard, Laurie... Words cannot begin to express my feelings on the loss of your dad. How does one capture in words what the Cissels and Whittlesey's mean to each other? It seems impossible.
Your dad and mom; my mom and dad...the "fantastic four" for over 50 years. We, their respective children, reaped the benefits of their long lasting friendship. They showed us what it meant to be a true and loyal friend.
Vacations in Ocean City; Herald Harbor aka "the beach", Easter Sunday clothes itching due to fiberglass; laughing, laughing, laughing; day trips with kids crammed into cars; Boundary Avenue; your dad walking into my dad's hospital room at critical times...always reassuring me everything would be OK and he was always right.
The loss of your dad weighs heavy but his light shines on in countless memories. The "fantastic four" is once again all together. And in the midst of your grief I hope you can find some solace knowing Harry, Pat, Whit and Jean are once again together.
May God bless Harry...an angel amongst us.
Love to all,
Julie Whittlesey Elie
June 26, 2013
We are sorry for your loss. Harry, Dicky and I were first cousins and played together as boys on Silver Spring and Boundary Avenues. As an adult he was always ready with a good joke. He will be missed. Love, Bernie (Mike) and Diane Garrison
Russ and Kathy Kilmer
June 26, 2013
Great picture of Harry. He was rarely without that twinkle in his eye or that devilish grin. Harry was a man who enjoyed every moment and brought joy and happiness to others. Russ and I are sorry to hear of his death...his life journey is over and now time to reunite with his beloved and keep the angels laughing!
Laurie you are an inspiration with your love and devotion.
Russ and Kathy
Frank Salamone
June 26, 2013
A giant of a man by any measure. Good friend,confidant and mentor. Have known Harry for 47 years and always considered him one of the best. Earth's loss... Heaven's gain. Harry was the definition of "SEMPER FI"
Gary & Mary Hotchkin
June 26, 2013
We are so sorry for your loss. Your dad was such a wonderful & loving man, He always made us feel part like a part of the family. Our thoughts & prayers are with all of you & your families. He will be dearly missed.
Gary & Mary
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