Photo courtesy of Gaffney Parsons Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc - Village of Johnson
"Village of Johnsonville" Bangor, Pennsylvania
Feb 18, 1948 – Sep 28, 2024
Linda Kessler, 76, of Bangor, PA passed away Saturday, September 28th, at St. Luke's Hospital - Anderson Campus, Easton, PA.
Linda was born in North Bangor, PA on February 18, 1948, a daughter of the late Charles Albanese, Sr. and Beatrice (Steinmetz) Albanese.
She was the wife of Richard A. Kessler. They would have celebrated their 61st wedding anniversary this coming November. Linda was employed as a cafeteria worker for the Bangor Area School District, Upper Mt. Bethel Twp., PA, until retiring in 2010.
Linda was a member of the UNITE the Garment Workers union, a past volunteer for the Slate Belt Little League and Blue Valley Babe Ruth, was involved with Bangor High School Softball, and was a past Treasury of the Bangor Football Parents Club. She enjoyed sewing, was an expert quilter, and enjoyed baking and reading.
Linda was a member of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Bangor, PA.
In addition to her husband Richard, Linda is survived by two sons Richard M. Kessler, husband of Valerie, and Christopher Kessler, husband of Amber, a sister, Susan Batchelor and her companion Brian Phelps, two brothers, Ray Albanese and his companion Phyllis Talese, and Charles "Sam" Albanese, Jr., husband of Denise, 5 grandchildren Richard O. Kessler, Rashelle Powell, Ashley Kessler, Nicolette Kessler, and Alexis Kessler, and 2 great-grandchildren Ryker and Hazel Kessler.
A Memorial Service will be held at 11 AM on Friday, October 11th at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 2445 Lake Minsi Drive, Bangor, PA. Family and friends are invited to a Memorial Gathering from 10:30 to 11 AM on Friday, October 11th at the church. Burial will be held at North Bangor Cemetery, Upper Mt. Bethel Twp., PA. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Gaffney Parsons Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc., "Village of Johnsonville" Bangor, PA. Online condolences may be offered at gaffneyparsons.com.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 2445 Lake Minsi Drive, Bangor, PA 18013.
Read MoreSo sorry for your loss.
Solita & Frank Bartoli
October 11, 2024 | Other
I’m so sorry to hear about the loss of your mom/wife. She was a wonderful lady who rarely complained about anything. It was a pleasure to know her! May our Lord bless you with His strength and comfort during this difficult time. We are sending warm and special prayers out to you. Fondly, Deb & Dave Lutz
Deb Lutz
October 09, 2024 | Bangor, PA | Friend
To the Kessler family & Susie, may comfort& peace be with you as time goes on, all our sympathy Sue & Jim March
Sue March
October 06, 2024 | Bangor, PA | Friend
Rich and family
Our sincere condolences on Linda’s passing. You shared a special bond that even death can’t take away. Keep memories close as you open this new chapter. Prayers and blessings
Craig and Brend Hughes
October 04, 2024 | Bangor, PA | Friend
To Linda's Family (especially her son Richard and her brother Ray), Please know that Linda will be with you always...in your hearts and in your memories. Her suffering is over and she is at peace. My heartfelt condolences, Sherry (Price/Lewis) Stecker
Sherry (Lewis) Stecker
October 02, 2024
Our sincere sympathy to the whole Kessler family. Prayers that God will get you through this difficult time. May she rest in peace until you meet again .
Judy and Walt Paff
October 02, 2024 | Other
Rich, Sons and families; Standing behind their men who are coaches is a women who is extremely supportive. Your wife/mother was the epitome of that women. We are glad we had the privilege to know Linda mostly through Babe Ruth Baseball but also through Slater Football. Please accept our condolences at this difficult time and take comfort in knowing Linda is now experiencing what we can only read about.
Bruce & Phillina Hendershot
October 01, 2024 | Bangor, PA | Friend
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Nelson & Kathy Hoskin
October 01, 2024 | Bangor, PA | Neighbor
I am so sorry to hear of Linda´s passing. She was a very sweet lady. I will miss our visits/ talks while doing her hair. Praying for her entire family
Pam Jones
October 01, 2024 | Friend
