Comments on: Guest Book http://mikekessler.wordpress.com In Loving Memory of a Husband, Father and Lifelong Friend Fri, 30 Oct 2009 17:28:00 +0000 http://wordpress.com/ hourly 1 By: rich haynie http://mikekessler.wordpress.com/guestbook/#comment-1264 rich haynie Fri, 30 Oct 2009 17:28:00 +0000 http://mikekessler.wordpress.com/?page_id=12#comment-1264 Sherri and I count it a great blessing to have known, labored with and loved our friend Mike! How wonderful to honor him at the race! Let's continue to enjoy our cherished memories together . . . they truly were a gift from God. Sherri and I count it a great blessing to have known, labored with and loved our friend Mike! How wonderful to honor him at the race! Let’s continue to enjoy our cherished memories together . . . they truly were a gift from God.

]]> By: "O" & Diane Sampson http://mikekessler.wordpress.com/guestbook/#comment-1251 "O" & Diane Sampson Tue, 27 Oct 2009 11:19:50 +0000 http://mikekessler.wordpress.com/?page_id=12#comment-1251 We miss you, too, big guy! Save us a place by Him! Love, O & D We miss you, too, big guy!

Save us a place by Him!

Love,

O & D

]]> By: Steph Kessler Marshburn http://mikekessler.wordpress.com/guestbook/#comment-672 Steph Kessler Marshburn Mon, 29 Jun 2009 05:49:08 +0000 http://mikekessler.wordpress.com/?page_id=12#comment-672 Today marks the one year anniversary we lost my Dad. It's been a tough day. I miss him everyday but some days are harder than others. One of my friends I spent time with today made a comment about what an amazing Dad he was and I couldn't have agreed more. He would get such a kick out of Hailey now and what a personality she has. He'd love hearing about all the sports Ben is doing so well in and how much fun he's having. He'd be so proud of Monica and how well she's been handling this year and the strength she's shown. He'd be so excited by the career choices Drew has taken and the decisions he's making in his life. I miss him calling me up and saying "Stezzie - whatcha doing? How's my grandboy and girl?" It's hard to believe I've lived a year of my life without him. I miss him terribly! But I will continue to celebrate the amazing Dad and man he was - I hope you will too! Today marks the one year anniversary we lost my Dad. It’s been a tough day. I miss him everyday but some days are harder than others. One of my friends I spent time with today made a comment about what an amazing Dad he was and I couldn’t have agreed more.

He would get such a kick out of Hailey now and what a personality she has. He’d love hearing about all the sports Ben is doing so well in and how much fun he’s having. He’d be so proud of Monica and how well she’s been handling this year and the strength she’s shown. He’d be so excited by the career choices Drew has taken and the decisions he’s making in his life.

I miss him calling me up and saying “Stezzie – whatcha doing? How’s my grandboy and girl?” It’s hard to believe I’ve lived a year of my life without him. I miss him terribly! But I will continue to celebrate the amazing Dad and man he was – I hope you will too!

]]> By: Linda R Brown RN http://mikekessler.wordpress.com/guestbook/#comment-59 Linda R Brown RN Wed, 16 Jul 2008 13:39:37 +0000 http://mikekessler.wordpress.com/?page_id=12#comment-59 Hi to the Kessler family... I was so honored to take care of Michael over his last days and weeks. Always a man of strength he maintained that till the last and did things his way! I am also glad he was able to pass peacefully into the arms of the Lord at home surrounded by those who loved him. May the Lord bless you and keep you, May the Lord shine his light on you and give you peace.. Love, Linda Hi to the Kessler family…

I was so honored to take care of Michael over his last days and weeks. Always a man of strength he maintained that till the last and did things his way!

I am also glad he was able to pass peacefully into the arms of the Lord at home surrounded by those who loved him.

May the Lord bless you and keep you, May the Lord shine his light on you and give you peace..
Love, Linda

]]> By: Richard White http://mikekessler.wordpress.com/guestbook/#comment-58 Richard White Sun, 13 Jul 2008 22:43:24 +0000 http://mikekessler.wordpress.com/?page_id=12#comment-58 I received the notice that Mike had passed away from Gator soccer Email. I was Captain of the Gators the year prior to Mike. Like Coach Al Moore I remember Mike being a friend to everyone. On the field, Mike always gave the maximum, and never backed away from a challenge. After reading the guest book, it appears he continued to live the same way. Best wishes to his family. Richard White I received the notice that Mike had passed away from Gator soccer Email. I was Captain of the Gators the year prior to Mike. Like Coach Al Moore I remember Mike being a friend to everyone. On the field, Mike always gave the maximum, and never backed away from a challenge. After reading the guest book, it appears he continued to live the same way. Best wishes to his family.
Richard White

]]> By: Judy Lomas http://mikekessler.wordpress.com/guestbook/#comment-57 Judy Lomas Sun, 13 Jul 2008 17:15:39 +0000 http://mikekessler.wordpress.com/?page_id=12#comment-57 Although we did not know Mike as well as most, what I will always remember about him is how positive Mike was about everything. He had a positive attitude about life and every situation life handed him, but most of all he was positive about his God. The last time I spoke to Mike he told me he was positive God would be next to him, guiding and helping him along his journery....and so he was. God bless you Monica, Stephenie and Drew. Love, Judy and Lew Lomas Although we did not know Mike as well as most, what I will always remember about him is how positive Mike was about everything. He had a positive attitude about life and every situation life handed him, but most of all he was positive about his God. The last time I spoke to Mike he told me he was positive God would be next to him, guiding and helping him along his journery….and so he was.

God bless you Monica, Stephenie and Drew.

Love,
Judy and Lew Lomas

]]> By: Lee Derr http://mikekessler.wordpress.com/guestbook/#comment-56 Lee Derr Sun, 13 Jul 2008 15:54:00 +0000 http://mikekessler.wordpress.com/?page_id=12#comment-56 Monica and Drew, I am so sorry, to read from afar, of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during these times. I am blessed to know the Kessler family and to have had a few occasions with Michael. Lee Derr Monica and Drew,

I am so sorry, to read from afar, of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during these times. I am blessed to know the Kessler family and to have had a few occasions with Michael.

Lee Derr

]]> By: Diane Shuck http://mikekessler.wordpress.com/guestbook/#comment-50 Diane Shuck Fri, 11 Jul 2008 21:25:27 +0000 http://mikekessler.wordpress.com/?page_id=12#comment-50 To Monica, Drew and Stephanie- It was with great pain that I could not be with you on Thursday as you truly celebrated an AMAZING man. Whether he was your husband or father, I want all of you to know that what I saw as a person on the outside was a man of courage, character; a devoted Christian, friend and most of all a person that so many should strive to be like. I meant every word I said in my card to Michael and I am so very thankful that he was able to hear exactly how I felt about him. The beauty is that I am certain I am not the only person who saw Michael for who he truly is….I think that has been evident with all of the outpouring of support to each and every one of you. It amazes me that Michael came into my life when I was 12 years old as my soccer coach. He and I laughed later in life at all of the weird things young girls do and the fair share of hassles we gave him. Nonetheless, the good Lord put him there for a reason. We lost touch over the years only to have him brought back to me via his wonderful wife, Monica as she came to be a teammate of mine on the AAHS administrative team. What a blessing to be able to have contact back with him as well as Monica because we all know what special people they are. I know that Michael (dad) is smiling down on all of us from either the top of that mountain he just climbed, or the ride her just took on his bike, or even the snow shoe trip or ski slope he just conquered, he did it all pain free! My heart will always be missing a special person in it but just as someone else said, his legacy with live on forever. So for now, it will not be goodbye, but yet, I will be seeing you..... With love and respect, Diane Shuck To Monica, Drew and Stephanie-

It was with great pain that I could not be with you on Thursday as you truly celebrated an AMAZING man. Whether he was your husband or father, I want all of you to know that what I saw as a person on the outside was a man of courage, character; a devoted Christian, friend and most of all a person that so many should strive to be like. I meant every word I said in my card to Michael and I am so very thankful that he was able to hear exactly how I felt about him. The beauty is that I am certain I am not the only person who saw Michael for who he truly is….I think that has been evident with all of the outpouring of support to each and every one of you.

It amazes me that Michael came into my life when I was 12 years old as my soccer coach. He and I laughed later in life at all of the weird things young girls do and the fair share of hassles we gave him. Nonetheless, the good Lord put him there for a reason. We lost touch over the years only to have him brought back to me via his wonderful wife, Monica as she came to be a teammate of mine on the AAHS administrative team. What a blessing to be able to have contact back with him as well as Monica because we all know what special people they are.

I know that Michael (dad) is smiling down on all of us from either the top of that mountain he just climbed, or the ride her just took on his bike, or even the snow shoe trip or ski slope he just conquered, he did it all pain free!

My heart will always be missing a special person in it but just as someone else said, his legacy with live on forever. So for now, it will not be goodbye, but yet, I will be seeing you…..

With love and respect,

Diane Shuck

]]> By: Todd Taskerud & Family http://mikekessler.wordpress.com/guestbook/#comment-49 Todd Taskerud & Family Fri, 11 Jul 2008 03:16:52 +0000 http://mikekessler.wordpress.com/?page_id=12#comment-49 Dear Kessler Family, What an amazing life Mike Kessler lived! Mike was a Godly man of integrity and enjoyed life to the fullest. He was an inspiration to all who had the pleasure of knowing him. Conversations with Mike were meaningful, encouraging and energizing. Mike knew the value of family and close friends. He made himself available for impromptu coffee, lunch, and/or a ride and you always knew you had his undivided attention. He squeezed more into his 69 years than most people could get in a 100 years! We all have memories of Mike that make us laugh. A few of mine are when Mike used to invite me (Todd) on "training rides." When I asked what he was training for, he would simply reply "I'm just TRAINING!" He was so intentional, and yet he would often refuse an afternoon ride because it was too windy. I thought they would be good for his "training" but he preferred his windless morning "training" rides best. I will grin whenever I'm enjoying a "training ride" on windy afternoons! We won't understand on this side of eternity why Mike wasn't allowed more time, but Mike's life and death both brought honor to our wonderful Lord Jesus Christ. We will miss Mike greatly but celebrate his life and the legacy he has left behind. You are a precious family and we love you guys so much. We will proudly wear our Team Kessler jerseys and fondly remember Mike! You are a blessed family to have had Mike as a father and husband. Blessings, Todd, Lisa, Chase, Tanner & Lexi Taskerud Dear Kessler Family,
What an amazing life Mike Kessler lived! Mike was a Godly man of integrity and enjoyed life to the fullest. He was an inspiration to all who had the pleasure of knowing him.

Conversations with Mike were meaningful, encouraging and energizing. Mike knew the value of family and close friends. He made himself available for impromptu coffee, lunch, and/or a ride and you always knew you had his undivided attention. He squeezed more into his 69 years than most people could get in a 100 years!

We all have memories of Mike that make us laugh. A few of mine are when Mike used to invite me (Todd) on “training rides.” When I asked what he was training for, he would simply reply “I’m just TRAINING!” He was so intentional, and yet he would often refuse an afternoon ride because it was too windy. I thought they would be good for his “training” but he preferred his windless morning “training” rides best. I will grin whenever I’m enjoying a “training ride” on windy afternoons!

We won’t understand on this side of eternity why Mike wasn’t allowed more time, but Mike’s life and death both brought honor to our wonderful Lord Jesus Christ. We will miss Mike greatly but celebrate his life and the legacy he has left behind. You are a precious family and we love you guys so much. We will proudly wear our Team Kessler jerseys and fondly remember Mike! You are a blessed family to have had Mike as a father and husband.
Blessings,
Todd, Lisa, Chase, Tanner & Lexi Taskerud

]]> By: Grant Kouri http://mikekessler.wordpress.com/guestbook/#comment-48 Grant Kouri Thu, 10 Jul 2008 22:01:03 +0000 http://mikekessler.wordpress.com/?page_id=12#comment-48 Hi guys. I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Kessler; I truly loved him very much. He instilled in me loads of respect, kindness, and responsibility I will carry him with me throughout my life. I wish I were closer to the family now, but I know you have lots of love and support. Drew, I love you very much and I hope you know that you are a direct reflection of your dad's goodness. Mrs. Kessler, I wish I could give you a big long hug right now! You are so blessed for the years you had with Mr. Kessler; and you still have lots of sons who truly love you. I miss you guys, but look forward to when I get to see you again. All my love, Grant Kouri Hi guys.

I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Kessler; I truly loved him very much. He instilled in me loads of respect, kindness, and responsibility I will carry him with me throughout my life. I wish I were closer to the family now, but I know you have lots of love and support. Drew, I love you very much and I hope you know that you are a direct reflection of your dad’s goodness. Mrs. Kessler, I wish I could give you a big long hug right now! You are so blessed for the years you had with Mr. Kessler; and you still have lots of sons who truly love you. I miss you guys, but look forward to when I get to see you again.

All my love,

Grant Kouri

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