Alexander Dessler Obituary - Death Notice and Service Information

BORN

October 21, 1928

DIED

April 9, 2023

LOCATION

Bryan, Texas

Alexander J. Dessler October 21, 1928 - April 9, 2023 It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Dr. Alexander J. Dessler, at age 94, in Bryan, Texas. A visionary space scientist, Alex founded the first university department dedicated to its study at Rice University, where he...

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I had the good fortune to speak by phone with Professor Dessler several times during the last year of his life. He was warm and open, talkative and incredibly fascinating. He spoke at length about his life and career. A truly captivating and amazing story that I was priveleged to hear from the man. Requiescat in pace.

Thomas J Bogdan

May 29, 2023 | Other

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