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Michael G. Kessler

Michael Kessler Obituary

Kessler, Michael G. Of Wauwatosa. February 27, 2009, age 53 years. Loving father of Michelle (Sergei) Oganov, Liah and Christopher (Kirsten) Kessler. Former husband of Kim Szwedo. Loving son of Lloyd and Phyllis Kessler. Dear brother of Carl, Kenneth and Nancy. Loving companion of Ozzy and Baxter. Also survived by other relatives and friends. Memorial Service Wednesday, March 4, at 7PM, at the WISCONSIN MEMORIAL PARK CHAPEL OF THE CHIMES, 13235 W. Capitol Dr., BROOKFIELD. Memorial Visitation Wednesday at the cemetery chapel from 5PM until time of Service. Michael was the Food Service Manager for Davian's Menomonee Falls. If desired, in lieu of flowers, memorials to the Wisconsin Humane Society appreciated. We love and miss you, Dad. HARDER FUNERAL HOME Brookfield 262-781-8350 www.harderfuneralhome.com

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Mar. 1, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Michael Kessler

22 Entries

Isabella Rinaldi

March 5, 2009

Michelle, and family, my sincere condolences for your loss. Very truly yours, Isabella & Bob Rinaldi

Debbie Dubinski

March 5, 2009

Dear Liah and family,
We were shocked to read of your fathers passing. He was one of the nicest gentleman we had the pleasure of knowing. We will always cherish the memories of you and your family. May God bless you and know that your dad will always be with you. Love,
John, Debbie, Robby, Mike, Amanda & Brad Ralph-Dubinski

Melissa Kessler

March 4, 2009

Michelle, Liah and Chris, I'm so sorry I couldn't attend the funeral, as Colin has been very sick. My thoughts are with you guys everyday. I have the best memories growing up and having your dad as an uncle.

WendyJo & EllieMae Murphy

March 4, 2009

Through Rain, Sleet , Snow and Sunshine, I would gage my morning "get ready for work time" by Mike's trips up and down the block with Ozzie and Baxter. I will miss his Smile and friendship and our wonderful talks as EllieMae, Ozzie and Baxter would tie him up with their leashes . His Laugh and the brightness in his smile was contageous when he would tell me something wonderful or funny that one the kids had done or accomplished in their lives.
Kinsman Street has lost a WONDERFUL neighbor and an even more Amazing Friend ! We will miss you greatly Mike !
With fond Memories,
Love WendyJo and Elliemae

Barbara Cromell

March 4, 2009

Michelle and family
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you.
Love
Mrs. Cromell (Adam's Mom)

Curtis Susek

March 3, 2009

Michelle, Liah, Chris,

Sorry about the lost of your father. He was GREAT man loved by so many people. Mike was person that you could always count on no matter what. He was a joy of life always happy and down to earth. He was like a 2nd father to me, showing me the ropes of life and just being there.

Over the last few years I learned so much for Mike. He was a person that showed so much love to his family and friends, he would go the extra mile to make sure those around him were taken care of and doing well. He was a joy to be around and an awesome friend.

BIG Mike I’ll miss heading to Miller Park with you and Chris, spending endless hours on Sundays watching football games with you and the rest of the family. Along with the stories from the past, talking about current events and going out for a fish fry.

You’ll be missed but never forgotten!!!

a Medco friend

March 3, 2009

Between watching his bids for coins or stamps on Ebay, and seeing the latest pictures of his beloved dogs, and the great stories about his weekends with the family, Mike always showed his pride and whole-hearted openness to the world. Even when things got him down, he'd look on the bright side and make you feel better just for seeing him.

We've missed him so much at Medco, but those of us who were able to keep in touch have fond and laughable memories of time spent together.

He often spoke about his children and commented "what did I do to deserve such wonderful, successful kids". Curtis was a strong influence on him as well. We all mourn in your enormous loss and can only hope the pleasant memories flow quickly through your dreams and thoughts.

Madge Powell

March 2, 2009

Mike was a loving man that left us much too soon. His love for his family and friends was endless. I will cherish the many memories I have from over the years with him, from us working together to the times we went out drinking and shooting darts. Mike was with me the one and only time I shot 3 bulls eyes in a row!! I will never forget that. May you rest in peace. We all have another guardian angel looking down on us. I will miss you my friend. Love you. Madge

A Medco Friend

March 2, 2009

My life has been blessed and so much richer for having known Mike. He was amazing and will be truly missed.

Jennifer Foote

March 2, 2009

Michelle & Family -

I am so sorry to hear this news. I greatly enjoyed every interraction I had with your father. He was always so nice and pleasant to be around. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Bobbi Boehm

March 2, 2009

Mike would always make me smile, even after a Packer loss... He was a dear person who brightened my days at Medco and will be missed by all he touched. I wish his family peace at a difficult time, but also comfort in knowing that his compassion for "good" and "fellowship" will continue to enrich us all.

Dad with Ozzy and Baxter

March 2, 2009

Dad with Ozzy

March 2, 2009

Lou Zaragoza

March 2, 2009

Memories are the best legacy one can leave outside of children and I will always have fond me memories of you. May God bless and keep you, give your family strength and give the rest of us hope to continue.

My favorite picture. I love you, Dad. Love, Liah

March 2, 2009

Bob Richards

March 2, 2009

Mike and I go back almost 30 years and I am deeply saddened by the news. Mike was truely one of the good guys in the world and will be missed by everyone that knew him.
I was one that had the fortune of having him as friend. During the years, we laughed a lot, we had serious conversations, and we exchanged stories about our lives. Mike was a valued friend.

I will remember Mike for many wonderful things. But mostly, he was a great father, a caring person, and a friend that comes along only once in a lifetime.

Jennifer Romero

March 1, 2009

My prayers and thoughts are with Mike's family. He was one of the most genuine, sweet, and caring people I have ever been so blessed to meet.

Mike, you were gone too soon.

The folks at Medco will truly miss you!

Kim Szwedo

March 1, 2009

I going to miss a really good friend. I no longer have someone to help me solve problems. I'll miss you! Love Kim

A Member of Mike's MEDCO Family

March 1, 2009

If you are lucky enough to have a man with a great and gentle soul as your friend, what do you do on the day that he dies?

You complete an honorable gesture that you agreed to complete weeks ago. Because that’s what he would have done.

You promise yourself that, for the rest of your life, you will be twice as patient with the people in your life. Because that’s the way he was.

You remind yourself that the friends that are still with you are among the greatest treasures in life. Because that’s the way he treated his friends.

You reaffirm that most human beings have vast amounts of kindness in their hearts, because he was blessed with this.

You go home and hold your family in your arms. Because he did that with his family all the time.

You mourn his passing, yet you celebrate the legacy that he left; his wonderful children, the great work ethic that he exemplified; the love for his dogs; the great example that he was. Because he deserves to be remembered that way.

You cry like a baby when it really hits you that he’s not here anymore. Because you will not see the like of him again.

My Dad and I at my Wedding

Chris Kessler

March 1, 2009

Dad,
You were my best friend in the world, you meant so much to me and I am so proud to call myself your son. I'm going to miss you so much. You were also the best father anyone could ever ask for. Thank you for all of your love and support over the years and everything you did for me I appreciated it all! There is going to be a huge empty spot in my life with out you! There are so many things I'm going to miss doing with you. I can't believe we'll never watch another movie, go to another game together or go camping together. I'm going to miss laughing and joking around with you. It's going to be so hard knowing I won't be able to just stop by and visit with you! Thank you for being such a wonderful person and a great inspiration and role model to me. I hope some day I can be as great of father to my kids as you were to us. Words cannot express the pain and emptiness I feel right now. I Miss You Dad, and I know you will be watching over me from heaven I promise I will do my best to continue to make you proud.
I know no one else will understand this but you and I dad. ~"BEST BUDS... FOR EVER AND EVER, AMEN!"
I LOVE YOU!!!

Thank you, Dad, for everything you have done for us!!!

Michelle Kessler Oganov

March 1, 2009

Dad,
I can't believe you are gone. There's an enormous void in my life that will never be filled. I'm lost. I would do anything to have you back, to rewind time. My heart is broken and it will never be the same. I MISS AND LOVE YOU WITH ALL MY HEART!!!!!!!

Liah Kessler

March 1, 2009

Dad- Thank you for being the most wonderful father! I miss you so much!! Although you were taken from us way too soon I am thankful for all the memories I have with you. You were the kindest, most generous person I have ever known and not only were you my dad you were my best friend! We shared an amazing bond! I love you very much!!! Love, Liah

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