October 7, 2021 at 3:56 a.m.
Gordon Kesler
Dec. 25, 1923-Nov. 27, 2020
David Gordon Kesler, 96, passed away peacefully Friday, Nov. 27, 2020, at Miller's Merry Manor in Dunkirk, Indiana.
Gordon was born at home on the family farm north of Dunkirk, Indiana, on Dec. 25, 1923, a son of the late Helen (Hummer) Kesler and Adam Ray Kesler. He was the loving husband of Lucille Marie (Bullock) Kesler who he happily married on Feb. 24, 1946, and sadly lost on June 29, 2016. Since that loss, Gordon has missed Lucy dearly and longed for the day they would be reunited. Today we mourn his passing but celebrate that joyous reunion above.
Gordon proudly served in the U.S. Army Air Corps in World War II as an airplane and engine mechanic. He carried on his love of flight throughout his life traveling throughout the world. Not only did he share his love of flight with his wife Lucy but also his love and dedication to the family farm and dairy that they built together. They were proud to have accomplished both a private, commercial and instrument rated pilot’s license.
Between flying and farming he somehow found time to be a member of Ridertown Bethel United Methodist Church, Gideon's International, Jay County Fair Board, FFA and 4H, and served as the Knox Township Trustee.
When referring to Gordon, his life and legacy, it is often said that he was "Never a deficit, always an asset to the world.”
He is survived by two sons, David Alan Kesler (wife: Leanne) of Portland, Oregon, and Darrel Joe Kesler (wife: Cheryl) of Champaign, Illionis; one daughter, Susan K. Kesler-Simpson (husband: David) of Danville, Pennsylvania; six grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.
Gordon was preceded in death by his parents; wife Lucy; and brother Donald Ray Kesler.
In an ongoing effort to protect the public, services were postponed for a later date when we could gather safely and celebrate Gordon’s life. That being said, a celebration of life service with military honors will be held at Pennville IOOF Cemetery on Oct. 7, 2021, at 1 p.m. with Pastor Larry Eads officiating.
Gordon has requested donations be made to the Gideon’s.
Arrangements have been entrusted to MJS Mortuaries.
Gordon was born at home on the family farm north of Dunkirk, Indiana, on Dec. 25, 1923, a son of the late Helen (Hummer) Kesler and Adam Ray Kesler. He was the loving husband of Lucille Marie (Bullock) Kesler who he happily married on Feb. 24, 1946, and sadly lost on June 29, 2016. Since that loss, Gordon has missed Lucy dearly and longed for the day they would be reunited. Today we mourn his passing but celebrate that joyous reunion above.
Gordon proudly served in the U.S. Army Air Corps in World War II as an airplane and engine mechanic. He carried on his love of flight throughout his life traveling throughout the world. Not only did he share his love of flight with his wife Lucy but also his love and dedication to the family farm and dairy that they built together. They were proud to have accomplished both a private, commercial and instrument rated pilot’s license.
Between flying and farming he somehow found time to be a member of Ridertown Bethel United Methodist Church, Gideon's International, Jay County Fair Board, FFA and 4H, and served as the Knox Township Trustee.
When referring to Gordon, his life and legacy, it is often said that he was "Never a deficit, always an asset to the world.”
He is survived by two sons, David Alan Kesler (wife: Leanne) of Portland, Oregon, and Darrel Joe Kesler (wife: Cheryl) of Champaign, Illionis; one daughter, Susan K. Kesler-Simpson (husband: David) of Danville, Pennsylvania; six grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.
Gordon was preceded in death by his parents; wife Lucy; and brother Donald Ray Kesler.
In an ongoing effort to protect the public, services were postponed for a later date when we could gather safely and celebrate Gordon’s life. That being said, a celebration of life service with military honors will be held at Pennville IOOF Cemetery on Oct. 7, 2021, at 1 p.m. with Pastor Larry Eads officiating.
Gordon has requested donations be made to the Gideon’s.
Arrangements have been entrusted to MJS Mortuaries.
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