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for Brian Kessler
Jon Turnbaugh
August 23, 2011
Gone but not forgotton.. Your spirit will live on bro..
Christine Grim
August 4, 2011
Brian will be missed by all. Was a nice guy to be around. Thoughts and prayers to the family.
K Zinn
August 3, 2011
So sorry for your loss, may you feel God's comfort in this sad, sad time.
Jesse Roberts
August 1, 2011
Brian, will really miss you. We had alot of fun in Utah hanging out while going through AAIs class. I will never forget working with you in Afghanistan.
d nickle
July 31, 2011
I was on the mission going to Ky just as Brian was. I never got to meet him I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Kessler family and friends!
Robin Gobrecht
July 31, 2011
Our Thoughts and Prayers go out to the Kessler Family. I will miss your wonderful smile, and those beautiful Blue eyes! RIP Brian! From your Favorite Lunch Lady!!!
General Messer
July 31, 2011
July 31, 2011
Sorry for your loss. I spent six months in Afghanistan with Brian while he was deployed with AAI. Brian was a good man who cared about the welfare of others in this harsh place. God Bless Brian, his family, and friends who must be in great pain at such a young loss.
Don
July 30, 2011
Sorry for the families loss, As a veteran I proud to say he was a hero serving his country. Being so young in life, he was so mature giving to his country and family. He was able to put a smile on those around him. He will always be remembered as a fellow warrior and friend on the unit.
Karen and Robb Zaborski
July 30, 2011
You are in our thoughts and prayers
Jordan Coughlin
July 30, 2011
I knew Brian in Afghanistan and am very sorry to here of his passing. He always made me laugh and i'll miss the time I spent with him
Chris Atkinson
July 30, 2011
The Kessler Family,
My thoughts & prayers are with you all. When I recieved the news my heart dropped. Brian was a great gentleman, who I had the honor knowing since I was young. Brian had a smile that could light up any room anywhere. He will be missed by so many, an will always live in the hearts of those that he has touched. R.I.P. Brian Gone but never forgotten
Wade Markel
July 30, 2011
Steve and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you.
NIck Villafana
July 29, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. We are truly deeply sorry for your loss. We enjoyed working with him and will miss him.
Nicolas & Danielle
GOCO 4
Shank
angel kessler & family
July 29, 2011
steve and vickie and family,
were all very sorry for your loss
July 29, 2011
I pray that God, family and friends will help to lessen the sorrow you feel and please know that all of the wonderful memories will live on forever with the people that Brian has touched, including my daughter Sarah...thank you Brian for your service to our great country and especially for being Sarah's friend.
Wanda Bowman
Paul Dehart
July 29, 2011
I am numb from the news I heard that Brian died, I recruited brian and was always proud to tell people Brain was my recruit because anyone that met Brian told me what a good person he was, Brian was a really special person, god speed to your family Brian.
Pam Crane
July 29, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. My son served with Brian in Iraq. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Pam Crane
Katie Lee
July 29, 2011
I did not know Brian well, infact it has probably been years since I have seen him. He was a really great person! My heart and sympathy goe out to his family and friends! Rest in peace Brian!
Nicole Bolin
July 29, 2011
I did not know Brian, but I am so sorry to hear of his passing. My prayers are with his family and friends.
Christine Robison
July 29, 2011
Steve and Family,
I am very sorry to hear of this news. My condolences for your loss and my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. The cath lab will be thinking of you and your family at this difficult time.
Matt McGhee
July 29, 2011
Steve,
I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this very tough time. If there is anything you need at all give me a call. I know the pain and hurt you are going through and if you need someone just to talk to give me a call. Love ya buddy, Matt McGhee
Jean Nelson
July 29, 2011
I salute your veteran. My condolences for your loss and gratitude for your loved one's service to our country.
Bill Brennan
July 29, 2011
Steve and Vicki,
We are all so sorry to hear of your loss. Your friends at Philips are here to support you if there is anything you need.
Josh Bailey & Ashley Kooser
July 29, 2011
To the whole Kessler Family,
We are very sorry for your loss. Brian was a wonderful, outgoing person who loved being with friends. He will be greatly missed but never forgotten. We are thinking of your family in this difficult time.
Bobby Green
July 29, 2011
Tomorrow is the day you are laid to rest but that is only the beginning of your journey. All your friends and family are going to celebrate your life tomorrow without you here but we all know you will be here in one form or another. RIP buddy
Heather Hunt
July 29, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to the whole Kessler family. There are no words to express how sorry I am. He will sorely be missed for sooo many reasons. Keep smiling down on us, buddy!!
rachel angle
July 29, 2011
I remember a younger Brian. I think of Little Rascals (recited word for word), white grape juice and wearing worn out jeans with little brown work boots..and SO funny. Erin was always so proud of her little brothers:)It sounds like he grew up to be a fine young man:)
Holly
July 29, 2011
We'll miss you very much Brian:(
jess & rita goofy's
July 29, 2011
My mom and i got to know all u kessler's pretty fast!best memories r when Brian called Goofy's from Afghanistan and said he wanted bbq wings and Mom's ham and potato soup lol! he was such a great friend and special person no words can describe!! we r thinking of the family every min of every day! love u all always! may we all be strong together!
July 28, 2011
The hardest thing in life is losing someone:
To his family, I am sorry for your loss; there is nothing that can be said or done to ease the pain, but as time passes it will hopefully become easier to focus on his life. While we have never met, I know Brian well enough to know that family means everything. Let us know what we can do for you during this time of loss.
To his friends, do not let his memory fade; use his life as an inspiration. Put family first, listen to friends when they are in need, and most importantly do not take life for granted.
They say; time heals all wounds. Some wounds never heal; there is forever a scar to remind you of the injury. You can only hope there is such a reminder when you lose a friend. Hoping there will be a permanent impression so you never forget, the good times, the bad times, the friend and colleague. Brian’s memory will be with us always because of the impression he made in our lives. He enjoyed life, he loved life, family, and friends, and he would always be the rock for whoever needed support. It is difficult, I would have to say impossible, to find the good that could come out of such a loss. Not to question faith, but there are so few good people in this world that to lose one at such a young age is nothing less than tragic. But I do not want the tragedy to outweigh the positive that Brian brought into this world. He was a son, a brother, an uncle, a soldier, a hero, and to me, a friend. Anyone one of us can find numerous positive stories of how he made life better.
Brian, you are a true friend and a true patriot. There are so many things I would like to tell you, but they will have to wait until we meet again. You always gave 100%, and anyone who has faith knows you will be that guardian angel, watching after friends and family.
Mary Stockman-Smith
July 28, 2011
Kessler Family,
We want to humbly thank Brian, and all of you, for his service to our country. Our thoughts and prayers are extended to all of you as you grieve this tremendous loss. Lean on each other and allow all your memories to surround you with love. Dave & Mary Smith
Paul Bortner Jr
July 28, 2011
To the Kessler Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. We would like to thank Brian for his service to our country.
You are in our thoughts & prayers
Paul & Shari Bortner Jr
Jim Bassler
July 28, 2011
Steve and Kessler family please accept my deepest condolences for the loss of your son. You are in my thoughts and prayers as you endure this sorrowful time.
Lauren Hale
July 28, 2011
I wish there were some way I could help. If there is let me know.
I am so grateful for men and women like Brian that fight for our freedom everyday! My thoughts and prayers go out to the Kessler family.
jessica
July 28, 2011
Brian was def an amazing person.Very thoughtful and had a great sense of humor. Always willing to listen if someone wanted to speak...you will be missed thoughts and prayers to his family and close friends
Bonne Kessler
July 28, 2011
Steve, Vicki, Brooke, Brent,
There are no words I can sya to help you through this most difficult time. I just want you to know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Reading all the messages and in talking to Josh it stands out that Brian was an incredible person. My heart goes out to all of you. You have my deepest sympathy.
Pat Keller
July 28, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Brian was an wonderful young man and I appreciate all he did to serve our country. Look to God for comfort and strength as well as family and friends. You are in my prayers.
Christina Stough
July 28, 2011
Brian had a wonderful sense of humor, one that could liven any room. Brian, you will be missed.
My deepest sympathy to Brian's family.
Jami Tomlinson
July 28, 2011
Be Still
Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.
Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.
If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.
Patti Staub
July 27, 2011
Brian was an amazing, thoughtful and happy person. I will always keep the memories close to my heart. Heaven needed a hero, and they got the best one you could ask for! My thoughts and prayers are with the Kessler Family!
Love you and miss you Brian! You will NEVER be forgotten!
Laurie Peters
July 27, 2011
Our deepest sympathy to the Kessler Family
krista and shawn hymes
July 27, 2011
Brian was always thought of as part of the Hymes family and we are very fortunate for that. He was part of our wedding and made it way more fun with his presence. We love Brian and always will and he will remain in our thoughts and hearts until we meet again.
Our thoughts and prays go out to the family.
We will miss you and your smile greatly
Megan Harbold
July 27, 2011
My heart goes out to the Kessler family, you will be in my thoughts and prayers. Brian will be greatly missed but always remembered, he was an amazing guy!
July 27, 2011
Steve, Vicki, Brooke and Brent-
We love you all and will be here for you.
Hugs and Prayers- Bobby and Cindy
Shea Meckley
July 27, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Kessler family. I have many good memories of Brian and I hope all of your memories of him will help you through this incredibly difficult time. He was an amazing person and taken way too soon.
Hannah Lauchman
July 27, 2011
You will always be remembered and missed!!!!
Jenna Lawrence
July 27, 2011
Brian was an amazing caring and joyful person. His presents alone would light up a room. I will keep all our memories close to my heart. I may have lost a friend but gain an angel. Love you and miss you Brian!
dustin sellman
July 27, 2011
Brian was a great friend one that just made life better because u knew him he was there for me on so many occasions from a friend to talk to or a friend looking to stick up for me ill never forget him and my heart and prayers go out to the kessler family
Karla Baughman
July 27, 2011
Brian (or Chachi as the only way I ever knew him) served as a groomsman in my daughter and son in law's wedding. I had the pleasure of meeting him on several occasions and know how much he meant to so many people. My heart is sad for all of those who love him, especially the family. He served our country and for that he deserves everyone's admiration. Prayers and sympathies to friends and family...God Bless you Brian.
Katherine Robertson
July 27, 2011
Words can not express how sorry I am for your loss. He will be missed.just believe that he has moved on to a better place. God must have had big plans for him. My thoughts and prayers go out to you.
July 27, 2011
Steve, Vicki & Family:
I know words cannot express the range of emotions you are each feeling. All I can do is pray for each of you and hope that somehow your hearts will heal. Your family is here for you no matter what!! Hugs to all, Missy (Baugher) Elder & Family
Casey Conway
July 27, 2011
Brain was an incredible man. He is a hero. He will have a special place in my heart as I cherish memories of him forever.
cortney knaub
July 27, 2011
brian was always happy and always knew how to make me smile. heaven needed a hero and now has the best one!i already miss his smile. he will be deeply missed. my thoughts and prayers go to the kessler family. we miss and love you brian!
Andrea Berkheimer
July 27, 2011
Thank you for your bravery and service for our country. My prayers and thoughts go out to you and the Kessler family.
Tasha Hansford
July 27, 2011
Brian we only knew each from obreins but we had some good times and it was such a pleasure to now u. My thoughts and prayers go out to ur family and may god comfort them. You will turely be missed.
Jamie Atkinson
July 27, 2011
Brian was a wonderful person and so full of life. He would always have a smile on his face and I will miss seeing that. Having the chance to grow up around him was a pleasure. My thoughts and prayers are with the Kessler family.
Tiffany Snyder
July 27, 2011
Will be missed :(
Chad Hamme
July 27, 2011
When John Lennon was in school a teacher asked his class what they wanted to be when they grew up. Most said a fireman or an astronaut, but Lennon said he just wanted to be happy. His teacher told him he didn't understand the assignment and Lennon said you don't understand life. Brian told me this story many times and it never got old. I know all he wanted was to be happy and from what I saw he achieved that goal. I'll keep playing the good music for you. Rest easy.
Steve & Charolette Carbaugh
July 27, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Rachael Bowman
July 27, 2011
Brian was a great guy. He will be greatly missed by many..RIP
Kayla Lau
July 27, 2011
Brian was a great guy!! You will be missed rip!! My thoughts and prayers go to the family!
Kayla Lau
July 27, 2011
You will be missed so much. Thoughts and prayers go out to the Kessler family
Eric Tomlinson
July 27, 2011
An important contributor of the next "Greatest Generation." He will be missed.
Whitney Strausbaugh
July 27, 2011
I've known the kessler family longer than I've known most of my own family and I can't say a bad word about them. Brian you were a hero both here at home and overseas. God must have needed a hero of his own to help him. My thoughts and prayers will be with everyome whose life brian has changed.
Kayla Laughman
July 27, 2011
You are missed so very much. so many memories inside of school and out. Rip Brian you will NEVER be forgotten.
Josiah Prunty
July 27, 2011
I've very fortunate to have served with Brian and am glad that I knew him. He will be missed.
Take care buddy. See you on the other side
Ashlee Stiles
July 27, 2011
Brian was one of the greatest guys we have ever met. We will miss him very much. RIP
Zac and Ashlee Stiles
Donna Harlacher
July 27, 2011
Steve, Vicki and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May God give you comfort and strength to guide you through. Take care?
Raymond W Kessler III
July 27, 2011
I'm sorry for you're loss
Barry Reed
July 27, 2011
Mr. and Mrs. Kessler, your son was a great friend, and one of the best Soldiers i've had the pleasure of serving with. My prayers go out to you and your family as you mourn your loss. Brian was a wonderful person, that will be missed by many.
Clay McKinney
July 27, 2011
Thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Brian. May God be with you all.
Kristina Harner
July 27, 2011
Rip brian u willnever b forgotten thanks for serving n fighting for our country we all luv u Brian we will meet again n my sympathy goes out to ur family
The Conway Family
July 27, 2011
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Maggie Livingston
July 27, 2011
Ur smiling face will be very missed at the races!! U were a AWESOME person and will be missed by many. My hearts breaks for your family. May peace be with u guys in this time of hardship. Rest in peace bri <3
Mary Dolheimer
July 27, 2011
Kessler family,
My son, Alex, was a friend of Brian's, and my sister, Angie, taught him at Heidelberg Elementary. Our hearts are broken at his passing. May your memories of this wonderful young man help you cope. God bless you.
Sarah Frane
July 27, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. So sorry for your loss.
July 27, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Kessler family. Brian was a great guy and left quite a mark in the lives of many.
Heaven may of needed a hero
Scott Dow
July 27, 2011
Steve and Family,
Although I never had the pleasure of meeting your son Brian. I know based on his dad what a fine person he must have been. I can't imagine the loss you must be feeling. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Hope Gracey
July 27, 2011
My prayers are with you all at this tragic time....You are in my daily prayers......My God watch over you all.......
Christine Comport
July 27, 2011
Steve and Family,
I want to express my sympathy to you all. May God watch over you and give you comfort in your time of need. The Philips Family feels your pain and if you need anything please just ask. Our prayers are with you and your family.
C Woleslagle
July 27, 2011
Another brave soilder who was taken to early. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. He was also on the mission to KY with my husband. He will be missed by his fellow soilder family also.
Amber McSherry
July 27, 2011
Brian was one of the most fun and caring people I've ever had the pleasure of knowing. I feel lucky to have been friends with him. My thoughts are with the family.
Natasha Bonhoff
July 27, 2011
Ill miss your smiling face Brian! Ill never forget you you will always be in my heart and my thoughts. All my prayers go out to Brians family and other friends. R.I.P.
Galen and Stacy Shue
July 27, 2011
Steve, Vicki and family,
We want to express our deepest sympathy to all of you. As time goes by may you recieve the comfort from God above and may he wrap his loving arms around each and everyone of you during this difficult time
Michael Potts
July 27, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends during this difficult times. He was taken far too early. I guess the king up above needed his jester. I'll never forget you Brian!
Jason, Deb, Trent & Taylor Giraffa
July 27, 2011
Erin and Family, Our hearts break for you. Many thoughts and prayers.
Tricia Cook
July 27, 2011
Brian,I didn't get to know you as well as some of the other girls but you and your smile will be missed at Obrien's.
sarah bowman
July 27, 2011
My prayers go out to family and friends from back at home and in the military. Thanks for your hard work and being a great friend. We all will miss you bri! (AVIANO AIR BASE, ITALY)
LORI HOFFNAGLE
July 27, 2011
ERIN, JASON, AND KESSLER FAMILY. I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. IT IS NEVER EASY TO LOSE A FAMILY MEMBER ESPECIALLY AT SUCH A YOUNG AGE. MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU THROUGH THIS DIFFICULT TIME.
LORI AMBROSIUS HOFFNAGLE
Christy Brunner
July 27, 2011
I'll never forget those blue eyes and our great times in wildlife class. Love ya buddy. Thoughts and prayers are with the Kessler Family members.
J Rhodes
July 27, 2011
Thoughts and prayers go out to the family of this soldier. I didnt know him but he was along with my husband on the mission they were going to do in KY.
Allison Green
July 27, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My heart breaks for you. So sorry for your loss, he will be truly missed.
July 27, 2011
We do not know you or your son but wish to give you our sincerest sympathy for your loss and want to thank you and him for the great service he gave for our country.
Sincerely,
Rich and Barb Heldibridle
Robyn Nicholson
July 27, 2011
Brooke, my heart just breaks for you and your family. May God see you through this difficult, difficult time.
July 27, 2011
Brain my thoughts and prayers go out to your family!! I am really going to miss you. Your a great friend and will be missed so much. You made such a huge impact on everyone's life!! You may be gone but you will never be forgotten!!
Derek Ilgenfritz
July 27, 2011
To a good friend and a good person. You will be missed.
July 27, 2011
Steve, Vicki, Brooke and Brent-
Lean on us now, let us help you breathe..we love you!
Love- Neal and Aim
July 27, 2011
Erin, I don't know what to say except I am sooo sorry ! I am in Pittsburgh and have internet access and saw this on facebook. I was so shocked and saddened. Please know that we are thinking of you and your family.
Chris Hockensmith
July 27, 2011
Keeping all of you in my prayers and thinking of you everyday. God Bless you.
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