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Peter J. Kessler

East Longmeadow, Massachusetts

1952 - 2022

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Peter John Kessler, 69, passed away on June 6, 2022 at home surrounded by his loving family. Peter was born on September 20, 1952 in Utica, NY, to the late Joseph A. Kessler, Jr., and Dolores (Pieper) Kessler. Peter graduated from Longmeadow High School in 1971, and from Paul Smith’s College in...

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Big Pete had such a fantastic sense of humor! He was so funny imitating Mr. Roger´s and a lot of the characters on Saturday Night Live. Kevin and would be in hysterics every time we saw him! He made me laugh all the time!

Dearest Peter, Yesterday marked one year that you were taken from this world, far far too soon. It´s hard to believe really. We felt you´d live long into your golden years. Many tears have flowed. Tears of sadness, missing you tears, tears of regret, tears of gratitude, and sobs when I shared your sons good news, that quickly turned to joy as I realized you will still be a grandpa in heaven. We´ve also smiled remembering your warmth, kindness, care...so many good and happy times....

Peter Kessler was truly a fine man, a kind and gentle soul. He would never knowingly hurt anyone. He had a sweet nature, enjoyed good friends and good times, had a funny sense of humor, and was nice to everyone. We counted ourselves lucky that he stayed part of our family over all these years - years that were cut tragically and unfairly far too short. His legacy is his family and friends' fond memories of Peter; and more than that, his best and most lasting legacy: a sweet and loving...

It has been an honor to work with you for many years at West Springfield Auto Parts. You will be greatly missed. We loved your off the wall jokes and you always knew how to put your problems aside when a co-worker need help. Rest in peace!

To Peter, Andrew, and Marcia, and to all the Kessler family: I grew up with Pete, since kindergarten, through high school - and then he married my baby sister, and had two fantastic boys, now grown men, whom I love dearly. To my sainted sister, who took Peter in: he is resting more comfortably above because of you. To his sons: Your dad was the most likeable, easy-to-get-along-with, funny, warm-hearted guy. It was my privilege to have been his friend and his brother-in-law, and to have...