Paul E. Kessler's obituary , Passed away on July 23, 2025 in Defiance, Missouri

Paul E. Kessler

May 5, 1962 - July 23, 2025 (63 years old)

Defiance, Missouri

Paul E. Kessler's obituary , Passed away on July 23, 2025 in Defiance, Missouri

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Pitman Funeral Homes

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Paul E. Kessler

May 5, 1962 - July 23, 2025 (63 years old)

Defiance, Missouri

Paul E. Kessler Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Paul E. Kessler of Defiance, Missouri, who passed away on July 23, 2025, at the age of 63, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

Though Paul may no longer walk beside us, his memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those Paul touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In his absence, his spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Harvey Kessler and Norma Kessler; his wife Sandy of Defiance; his children, Eric Kessler (Kaitlyn) of Washington, Kathryn'Katy'Kessler (Daryn Holder) of Springfield and Ethan Kessler of Saint Charles; and his grandchildren, Kallie Rose and William'Liam'Kessler of Washington, Missouri..

Visitation was held on Sunday, July 27th 2025 from 12:30 PM to 4:00 PM at the Pitman Funeral Home (1545 Wentzville Pkwy, Wentzville, MO 63385). A funeral Mass was held on Monday, July 28th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church (8 Hwy D, New Melle, MO 63365). A burial was held on Monday, July 28th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Cemetery (8 Hwy D, New Melle, MO 63365).

Memorials: In honor of Paul, donations may be made to: Scouting America.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Pitman Funeral Homes



Sun

July 27

Visitation

Pitman Funeral Home
1545 Wentzville Pkwy, Wentzville, MO 63385

Mon

July 28

Funeral Mass

Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church
8 Hwy D, New Melle, MO 63365

Mon

July 28

Burial

Immaculate Heart of Mary Cemetery
8 Hwy D, New Melle, MO 63365

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