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David Gessner Obituary

Gessner, David J. Born to Eternal Life on October 15, 2010, at the age of 57. Beloved son of the late Ray and Margaret Gessner. Survived by brothers William (Charlene) and Daniel (Jill). Also survived by a niece and nephews. Preceded in death by his brother James (Toni Marie). Dave bravely endured much pain and suffering in his life from birth until death. He was a grateful kidney transplant recipient. Dave loved art, his house, gardening, watching the Packers and Badgers and Christmas. Visitation at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 2400 West State Highway 59, Waukesha, on Wednesday, October 20, from 9:30-11AM. Funeral Mass 11AM. Interment to follow, Wisconsin Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. John Neumann Catholic Church appreciated. "Those pure of heart shall see God."

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Oct. 17, 2010.

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Neil Gifford

October 19, 2010

Dave was a very caring, kind, & classy friend that shall be missed by alot of people. Back in the "old days" a bunch of us used to go to the old Marty Zivko's ballroom where we all had so many good times. He always had a smile on his face and a kind word when you saw him. Rest in peace, Dave. We will never forget you.

Shanna Manley

October 19, 2010

Rest in peace uncle Dave.

You will be forever missed.

Carol Nowak

October 18, 2010

You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Pam Epple

October 18, 2010

My name is Pam Epple and I am a nurse at Froedtert Hospital. I have been David's post transplant nurse for the last two years. I am unable to attend the service on Wednesday, but wanted the family to know they are in my thoughts and prayers. David was one of the kindest people I have ever met. He endured much during his life, but did so with courage and dignity. It is an honor to have met and worked with him. May he rest in peace.

Daniel Gessner

October 17, 2010

Rest my brother, enjoy the fruits of God's promise,until we meet again. Your Bro, Dan

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