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Roberta Kessler Obituary
Feb 21, 1944 - Apr 23, 2025
Sandusky
Roberta (Russell) Kessler, 81, residing in Sandusky, passed away peacefully Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at Firelands Regional Medical Center after living a fulfilled life.
Roberta was born February 21, 1944, in Sandusky to the late Robert W. and Garnetta E. (Kistler) Russell.
Roberta started her nursing career working in 1963 at Sanford Hospital in Florida and returned to Sandusky in 1966 to begin working for Providence Hospital. She was employed 35 years at Providence Hospital and continued to work at Firelands Regional Medical Center PRN in Pediatric Clinics until her retirement in 2009. Roberta was also employed by Dr. Reagan Bristol as his office nurse for 10-plus years. After her retirement, she spent winters at her Barefoot Bay, Florida home.
She was a member of Sandusky American Legion Auxiliary, Huron Eagles Auxiliary, Moose Lodge Sebastian Florida, Sandusky Orioles Club, Sandusky Yacht Club Auxiliary, Firelands Regional Medical Center Auxiliary, and also volunteered in the FRMC gift shop and served on its board for six years. She was a lifetime member of Beta Sigma Phi, and National 600 Bowling Club. A past member of Providence Hospital Volunteer Association, where she also served on its board for five years. She was an avid bowler and golfer. She was a member of the Mills Creek Panther Golf League and Huron Sawmill Creek Golf League. While in Florida, she continued to stay active on the Barefoot Bay Women's 18-hole Golf League, serving as President for several years, serving as President of the German American Club for 6 years, and participating in weekly darts, euchre, canasta, and pinochle events.
Roberta loved fishing on Lake Erie and visiting Las Vegas with her friends and family. Her favorite pastime was being with her family - they were her world.
She is survived by her loving husband, Thomas Kessler Sr.; two sons, Thomas (Angela) Kessler Jr. and Robert Kessler; grandchildren, Brittany (Ansley) Phillips, Michael (Will McRee) Kessler, and Allison (Maxx) Tamburrino; two great-grandchildren, Oscar Phillips and Sophia Tamburrino; and her sister, Sandy Russell.
A Gathering in Celebration of Roberta's Life will be from 3:30-5 p.m. Monday, April 28, 2025, at Sandusky Orioles Club, 533 W. Perkins Ave. Sandusky, Ohio 44870.
Those wishing to contribute to Roberta's memory may do so to Emmanuel United Church of Christ, 334 Columbus Ave, Sandusky, OH 44870.
Condolences may be shared online at www.grofffuneralhomes.com.
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Barbara Thom
May 13, 2025
I golfed with Robera at Mills and Sawmill. Also saw her at the Elks. She was such a special person. Always told you like it was. Loved her.
Mary Jean Baker
May 1, 2025
Tom and family, so sorry to hear about Roberta´s passing. She was so active and fun and a joy to be around in Barefoot Bay. My prayers and love to you all
Mary Jean Baker
Liz Sager
April 29, 2025
Sending our deepest condolences to Tom and the Kessler family. She was loved by so many people who knew her. She is missed.
Liz and Chad Sager
Manfred Kolz
April 27, 2025
My feelings can not express how this effect me I am sorry. Manfred. (Manny. )
Alfred Papenfuss
April 25, 2025
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family may God be with you at this time
Mike & Donna (Albert) Kastor
April 25, 2025
Our sincere condolences to Roberta's Family from the Kastor/Albert Families.
Mike and Donna (Albert) Kastor
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