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KEVIN KESSLER Obituary
LAKELAND - Kevin Wayne 'Bear' Kessler, 58, of Lakeland died on Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018.
He was born at Eglin Air Force Base to Wellington & Mary (Ballard) Kessler. Bear has lived in central Florida most of his life and enjoyed spending many hours riding his motorcycle and was most proud of his involvement and the many friends he gained through his membership with the Florida Riders Owner Group, where he was currently serving as President.
He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother Roger. Bear is survived by the love of his life, his wife Laritha of Lakeland, FL, son Kristipher (Misty) of Lakeland, FL, daughter Kristin (Robert) Blizzard of Plant City, FL, brother Neil of Lakeland, FL, his 6 grandchildren Dallas, Katiana, Savannah, Dawson, Jackson, and Joseph.
His family will receive friends from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm on Friday, Oct 26th at Gentry Morrison Funeral Home, 3350 Mall Hill Dr, Lakeland. A Celebration of his Life will take place at 11:00 am on Saturday, Oct 27th, 2018 at Mount Tabor Baptist Church, 3504 Mt Tabor Rd, Lakeland, FL 33810 with a committal service taking place at Mount Tabor Cemetery, where he will be laid to rest.
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Memories and Condolences
for KEVIN KESSLER
Karen Arnold Broadway
November 19, 2018
Known you most of my life and always at school. You were always a gentleman. We will miss you. RIP Kevin
Kristin Blizzard
November 6, 2018
Dad.
I've thought about what I would say on here for weeks. I found I couldn't breath when I thought about it and just decided not to think about it and just let my heart lead the way.
I love you. I'll always love you. The last time I saw you was at your house and you were telling me you were going to get a new tire put on your bike. I wish I would have stayed longer or hugged you harder that day.
I can't picture mom without you. I can't imagine being in your house without you in your chair. I hate that your gone. I'm mad that you're not here anymore and I can't listen to your stories one more time.
I already made a Christmas list - and you're on it. I can't even look at it, but I couldn't scratch off your name or ball up the paper. So it just sits on the desk. I just cry at random times. I'm reminded of you and what happens constantly. I can escape it.
I know this is not what you would have wanted. You would want us all to be happy and move on. How can we? How do you do that?
I was never a daddy's girl, that's just the truth, but we loved each other. Not just the occasional love on has, but real love. Deep. One I'll always have with me. Forever. I could never forget you. I know you'll always be by my side when I need you. I love you. Forever.
October 29, 2018
To the family and friends... please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your dear loved one. May the many memories you shared with Kevin and the words at John 11:43, 44 comfort you during this difficult time.
Lisa Sippel
October 29, 2018
So very sorry for the loss of a friend & fellow 1978 KHS Classmate. The service was a beautiful tribute to an amazing guy. Prayers for Laritha & family, and friends. Prayers for comfort & peace through many wonderful memories. God Bless.
patty pederson
October 29, 2018
I am so sorry for your loss. Kevin was a great man.
Bill Ferguson
October 27, 2018
To say "condolences" is simply not enough to describe how much we are going to miss Kevin. I loved him as a brother and he is leaving a big hole in my life and in my heart.
Jerry and Susan Surratt
October 26, 2018
Saddened by the loss of a friend.
Kay Rickard
October 26, 2018
I am sorry for the unexpected death of Kevin. I did not know him very well, but I am a neighbor of his brother Neil Kessler.
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