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Duane Kessel Obituary

Duane Edward Kessel

Virginia Beach - Duane Edward Kessel, 57, passed away January 29, 2018.

Born in Maryland, he was a Welder Supervisor for the City of Virginia Beach. He was an avid fisherman and hunter.

Left to cherish his memory: his daughter, Amberly Kessel; son, Tyler Kessel; mother, Katherine Kessel; sister, Lynn DeZouche; two brothers, Blake and Donny Kessel; and many nieces, nephews, and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Donald Kessel, Sr.

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 3, 2018, at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Neck Chapel. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Jan. 31, 2018.
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Happy Birthday!

G. Kessel

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July 15, 2020

Duane will forever be in my heart. . He was the best .

Glynnis Kessel

July 4, 2019

The Stanley Family
With saddened hearts we hear the passing of Duane. He was a valued friend for many years. We will forever remember his willingness to help others and his never ending smile.

February 3, 2018

Duane was a kind, hard-working, and helpful man. We appreciated his care for our neighbor Polly and her late husband. He will be missed. May God comfort you all.

Lori LaPenna

February 3, 2018

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

JAMES WATERS

Friend

February 1, 2018

JAMES WATERS

February 1, 2018

My mom Polly and I are sending our heart felt thoughts and condolences to Duane's family. His many kindnesses to us and my father Bill over the years will never be forgotten.

Susan Cutrell

January 31, 2018

Ken Testorff

January 31, 2018

West Neck Marina has lost a long-time patron and those of us who fish the Dewey Mullins Memorial Bass Tourney Series there have lost a long-time friend. We're going to miss hearing your voice and feeling your energy in our midst. Our sincere condolences go to all the family members as you deal with your great loss. For your benefit, please know that I have posted a tribute to Duane on my blog, which can be found at http://vabassinman.blogspot.com/.

Ken Testorff

January 31, 2018

Prayers and condolences to all of Duanes family. I thank God for having been a close friend and coworker with him for many years and it feels as though I have lost a brother.
Rest in peace brother until we meet again.

Danny Johnson

January 31, 2018

David and I are so sorry for your loss. We understand the hurt and sadness. You have your memories in your heart and you will remember the happy times.

David & Cindy Bright

January 31, 2018

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Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home - Great Neck Chapel

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