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Eugene Hassler Obituary
Eugene T.
September 8, 2020
Eugene T. Hassler, 78, of Roanoke, Virginia, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 8, 2020, after a long battle with Leukemia and Skin Cancer.
Gene was from Wisconsin and Chicago before he moved his family to Roanoke, Va. Gene was an honest man, a career educator, a Virginia Tech M.S. Graduate, an avid fisherman, and served our Country in the United States Navy.
Gene is survived by Rose Hassler, his wife of 57 years; son, Todd Hassler and wife, Robin, their son, Bobby (Stephanie) Boes; daughter, Lorry Kuhlmeier and husband, Steve, and their daughter, Amy; sister-in-law, Sylvia Perez and husband, Cliff; brother, Bill Brimms and wife, Judy; cousins, John and Dorothy Budiash; and a special friend his "brother," Garry Sands.
Gene had many fishing buddies, pinochle playing friends, work friends and neighbors that gave him many years of joy on the water, at home and in the office.
Gene was a fighter and never gave up his fight to live and now has made his final journey to be at his Father's house. The family would like to thank all the neighbors that helped immensely during his last days.
Per Gene's request, a private service and the spreading of his ashes will happen soon on his beloved farm in Wisconsin. He asked that we celebrate his life as we mourn our loss. Please make a toast to Gene the next time you think of him.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Roanoke Valley SPCA, 1340 Baldwin Ave., N.E., Roanoke, VA 24012 or online at https://rvspca.org/donate-now/. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.oakeys.com.
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TERESA K MABRY
September 15, 2020
I had Mr. Hassler at Breckinridge Middle school. He was a great teacher. Prayers for comfort for the family.
Freida MABE
September 15, 2020
So very sorry to hear of Gene’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
I worked with Gene at Kmart.
Freida Mabe
Elizabeth Wade
September 15, 2020
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Mary Nemec
September 14, 2020
Gene was my favorite cousin. I used to look forward to summer when he arrived in Wisconsin to work at his grandparents farm. On my visits to Roanoke he was always gracious and accommodating. I will miss him.
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Ginger Reinschmidt
September 14, 2020
I worked with Mr. Gene at Allstate insurance. He was such a nice man always made me smile may he Rest In Peace.
September 13, 2020
I had Mr. Hassler for history at Breckinridge Middle School, in the 8th grade. I remember him as a very good teacher, but, still chuckle about the “true, false, and partial ( partially true or false,) tests he gave. Had not encountered nor ever did again, the “partial” element regarding multiple choice tests. He touched my life with his good teaching and dry wit. Godspeed Mr. Hassler...Love, Amy (Webb) Elliott
Kathy Shepherd
September 13, 2020
I had the pleasure of working with Gene in our department at Allstate after his retirement in the school system. He was a gentle man always quietly whistling as he went about his duties. Prayers for his family....may you Rest In Peace Gene!
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