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David Ressler Obituary
Born Saturday, Jan. 1, 1955, in Lancaster, the son of Clarence J. Ressler of Pittsburgh and the late Patricia (Griffitts) Ressler, David graduated from Carlisle High School and received two associate degrees from Harrisburg Area Community College in social science and nursing. He also attended the Evangelical School of Theology for two years in Myerstown.
David worked in the healthcare field for more than 25 years. He was a registered nurse and had been employed by various local hospitals including Harrisburg Hospital and Healthsouth Rehabilitation Hospital of Mechanicsburg.
David was a self-taught student of theology and a gifted Bible teacher since becoming a follower of Jesus in 1974. He was an avid reader and was passionate about poetry, music and nature. He was a member of St. John's Episcopal Church in Carlisle.
In addition to his father, David is survived by his wife and soulmate of 31 years, Molly J. (Haldeman) Ressler; a son, Matthew David Ressler of San Rafael, Calif.; a daughter, Megan Ann Ressler-Bhatia and her husband, Krishan Kumar Bhatia of Mt. Laurel, N.J.; a brother, Michael S. Ressler of Pittsburgh; two sisters, Mary Ellen Ressler of Fairfax, Va., and Anne P. Ressler of Rochester, N.Y.; three nieces; and four nephews.
Services of Requiem Eucharist will be celebrated Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. in St. John's Episcopal Church on the Square in Carlisle with the Rev. Richard Whitesel and the Rev. Robyn Szoke officiating. Burial will be in St. Patrick's New Catholic Cemetery, North Middleton Township. Visitation will be Monday from 7 to 9 p.m. in Ewing Brothers Funeral Home, 630 S. Hanover St., Carlisle.
Memorial contributions can be made to World Vision, P.O. Box 9716, Federal Way, WA 98063-9716 or to NAMI PA, 2149 N. 2nd St., Harrisburg, PA 17110.
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Megan Ryan
August 23, 2008
Dear Molly, Matt and Megan,
I used to work with David and he always had a smile on his face whenever he talked about his family. Molly he said you were his rock. He used to talk about how he called his daughter Meggie and how proud he was of both of his children. He was a great man who will be missed by many. I'm so sorry for your loss and I'm thinking of all of you during this very difficult time.
Larry and Eileen Bolstad
August 22, 2008
Dear Clarence, Molly and family,
Larry and I were saddened to receive the news from Kay about the passing of your son, husband and father. It sounds like David touched the lives of many people and his presence in this world will be greatly missed.
Please accept our sincere sympathy for your loss.
Larry and Eileen (Wehri) Bolstad
Dawn Hamlin
August 14, 2008
Dear Meg and Family,
We are so sorry to hear about your dad. We are thinking of you and keeping you in our prayers. We send our hugs to you!
Victoria Shughart
August 14, 2008
Molly & Family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. I've asked God to hold you close and bring comfort to you at this time. May his peace surround you and his great compassion carry you. You are not alone for He is with you and He will take care of you.
Sincerely,
Charmayne Feltz-Zieziula
August 14, 2008
Dear Friends in Christ,
My very deepest sympathy on the loss of your loved one.
My prayer for you:
Father God, wrap your arms around all who mourn the loss of Dear David Michael, soothe their aching hearts, and give your Spirit's peace that knows no understanding.
I ask in the name of Jesus, our Savior,
Amen
Christy Ney
August 13, 2008
Dearest Molly and Family: I am so sorry to hear about your loss and my heart goes out to each and every one of you! Molly, you are a very special friend and I want to let you know I'm here for you. Love you!! You're in our thoughts and prayers!
Jessica Richardson
August 13, 2008
Please accept our heartfelt sympathies for your loss...our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Tina Porto Chubb
August 13, 2008
Dear Molly,
I am so sorry for your loss.
George Barto
August 12, 2008
To the Dave Ressler Family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. We know that the God whom David came to know and love has put his arms around him and welcomed him into his eternal home. May this same God give you the strength needed for the days ahead.
Gary "Gump" & Angie Stackfield
August 12, 2008
To the Ressler family,
May your peace come from God above and the friends and family who love you. Know that you are in our prayers. David was a classmate and he will be truly missed.
Pam Wellington
August 11, 2008
My heart goes out to Molly, Megan and Matt. My prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Dave had a wonderful life and had so much love and joy surrounding him. He will be so missed.
Sara Graham
August 11, 2008
Molly, Matt, Megan and family,
Words cannot express the way that we are feeling after hearing about your loss. The assurance that Dave is now happy and healed is the only consolation any of us can have at a time like this.
Peace to all of you,
Sara Graham and family
Beth McLuckie
August 11, 2008
Dear Megan, Molly, Matt and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. Although I didn't get to know Mr. Ressler as well as many did, I have some memories of him that will always be with me. As silly as it sounds, I will always remember that he loved the pretzel salad I used to make and would always ask for it. God wants us to cherish the happy memories we have of our loved ones. I pray He will give you peace.
With Love, Beth
Jim & Teresa Holland
August 11, 2008
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. May God's love comfort you now and in the days to come.
Pamela Cannon
August 11, 2008
David & Molly were a blessing to our family several years ago when my sister was diagnosed with cancer. They lifted her up & kept her in their prayers, what wonderful friends they were. My condolences to all of you.
JoLayne Green
August 11, 2008
Dear loved ones of David,
I cry with those of you I know (Michael, Kim, Maria, Sam and Mr. Ressler) and those of you I don't, because I know some of what you are enduring having been walking on this journey of grief myself for a month now after the loss of my brother. So I hope and pray that you too will be comforted by love in these immediate days and carried by Jesus in the days to come. I will be praying for you all in your journey through this most difficult time. Love, the Green family
Lauren, Ed, and Brayden Brown
August 11, 2008
Dear Aunt Molly, Megan, Matt, and family,
We're so sorry for the loss of Uncle Dave, and we're thinking and praying for all of you. There's never really anything one can say to be comforting at a time like this, but just know that we are here for you through this and all other hardships that may come along. We love you.
-Lauren, Ed, and Brayden
Keith & Jodi Dull
August 11, 2008
Molly,
We are so sorry for the tragic loss to you and your family. May you find the peace and comfort you need now. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Sally Kacar
August 11, 2008
Molly,
We're sorry to hear about your loss. We'll keep you and your family in our prayers.
Matt and Sally Kacar (Tim's sister)
Rob Murtoff
August 11, 2008
How then will they call on Him in whom they have not believed? How will they believe in Him whom they have not heard? And how will they hear without a preacher? Rom 10:14
In the summer of 1976, Dave, a new Christian himself, preached the good news to me and led me to salvation in Jesus Christ. His Bible studies were a rare blend of humility, simplicity, and spiritual insight; spirit filled and ever mindful of the unconditional grace of God. I will always hold a debt of gratitude to Dave for his obedience to God's call and look forward to seeing him again, sitting at the feet of Jesus, clothed in righteousness and wearing a big, bright smile.
And He who sits on the throne said, "Behold, I am making all things new." And He said, "Write, for these words are faithful and true." Rev 21:5
Georgia Motter
August 10, 2008
Molly and Family,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your children during this difficult time. May wonderful memories carry you though the days ahead.
Robert Williams
August 10, 2008
Meg and family,
I will keep you in my prayers. May God be with you at this time. Dave will be greatly missed.
A friend,
Carey Collins Deisley
August 10, 2008
Dear Meg and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathy goes out to your family. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Beth Swatsky
August 10, 2008
Meg and family,
I am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you.
Beth
Judy Brooks
August 10, 2008
Meg and Family, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My heart is breaking for you. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Julie March
August 10, 2008
David was my brother-in-law, married to my sister, Molly. My prayers are going up constantly for Molly, Matt, Megan, Krishen and the extended families. He will be missed.
Cindy Brehm Waring
August 9, 2008
My heart and prayers goes out to all the family and friends of your tremendous loss. May your memories of good times and the impact he had on the lives of others console you.
Rick Whitesel
August 9, 2008
I am deeply saddened at the death of such a good friend. I miss him. I pray he is at peace. Dave has fought a decades long battle. When I think back on all that he achieved in his life in spite of the odds, I am impressed. Please continue to pray for Molly, Meg, and Matt in the days ahead.
Waverly Gentry
August 9, 2008
I have many special memories of the friendship we shared many years ago including the transition that occurred in both of our lives at about the same time when coming to faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. I was there when Dave & Molly went ice-skating together early in their relationship. I was there when Dave opened the door for Molly's surprise baby shower at their house and she almost fell off the porch in surprise. Dave was a man of integrity, and he will be missed by a great number of us.
Ross and Marie Feltz
August 9, 2008
Dear Mike, Kim, Maria, Sam, Clarence, Ann and other family members and friends: We are so very sorry for you loss. Surround each other at this time with love, comfort and cherished memories.
Harvey Leach
August 9, 2008
The gifts your husband gave to me I will cherish forever. They will last and benefit others long after even I am gone from this earth. I will forever honor him as does our God and brother, Jesus Christ.
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