Drew L. Ressler

Drew L. Ressler, 57, of Beury's Road, Ashland, passed away the morning of Feb. 27 at his residence.

Born in Fountain Springs, May 25, 1958, he was a son of Barbara Ressler, Schuylkill Haven, and the late Richard Ressler.

He was a graduate of North Schuylkill High School, Class of 1976, and the Lincoln Technical Institute, where he received the school's Initiative Award in 1984. He almost always could be found in his garage working on something. He specialized in electric motors and welding.

He was of the Lutheran faith.

In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by a sister, Marcia Koch, Nov. 5, 1981.

Surviving, in addition to his mother, are brothers, Nathan Ressler and his wife, Helen, and Howard Ressler, both of Gordon, and Roger Ressler, Port Carbon; brother-in-law, Wayne Koch, Tremont.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a graveside service at 10 a.m. March 15 in Friedens Lutheran Cemetery, Hegins. Officiating will be the Rev. John Wallace, pastor of the Evangelical United Methodist Church, Pottsville. Visit Fritzfuneralhome.com. Richard W. Fritz Funeral Home has charge of arrangements.

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