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Charles KESSLER Obituary
Chuck was a member of Resurrection Lutheran Church, served his country in the U.S. Navy, was an avid dancer and was affectionately know as 'The Music Man' when he visited the North Hampton Convalescent Center.
He is survived by his wife, Barbara of 59 years; one brother, Larry Kessler and his wife, Marge of St. Louis, Mo.; a brother-in-law, Tom Bryant and his wife, Doris; a sister-in-law, Alice Ford, all of Newport News; and a host of nieces and nephews.
A service celebrating his life will be held at Resurrection Lutheran Church at 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 9, 2010, with pastors Hank Hollar and Benjamin Dolby officiating.
Memorial contributions may be sent to Resurrection Lutheran Church, 765 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. Newport News, VA 23601.
Please leave online condolences at www.wjsmithandsonfh.com. Arrangements by W. J. Smith & Son Funeral Home. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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September 8, 2010
Dear Barbara, I will always remember the good times we shared with Chuck and you. Those memories will never be forgotten. I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you at this moment. Anna Clemins(Poquoson)
CHARLES THATCHER
September 8, 2010
DEAR BARBARA:
WE ARE SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS.
CHUCK WILL BE REMEMBERED BY ALL THAT KNEW
HIM. IT WAS A PRIVILEGE TO CALL HIM FRIEND. YOU ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ALWAYS.. CHUCK &AUDREY THATCHER
Brownie Haracivet
September 8, 2010
Dear Barbara,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that your friends have you in their thoughts and prayers at this very sad time.
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