Gladys Kessler

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Private Family Interment

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John Quint Treboni Funeral Home
Friday March 14th 2014 6-8 P.M.

1177 W. 5th Avenue
Columbus Ohio 43212

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Services:

Buddist Ceremony
Friday March 14th 2014 at 7:00 pm

John Quint Treboni Funeral Home
1177 W. 5th Avenue
Columbus , Ohio 43212

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Obituary

Gladys R. Kessler, age 48, of Grandview Heights, passed away on Sunday, March 9, 2014, at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. She was an awesome mother, wife, sister, daughter and friend; tireless worker for others; incredible energy and goodness towards others. Grounded with an iron will for what she believed was right. Member of the Soka Gakkai International. Gladys' belief in education allowed her to pursue a Bachelors from OSU and a MBA from Univ. of Dayton completing her academic goals. Project Manager with Nationwide Insurance. She is preceded in death by her father, Clyde Richards and father-in-law, John A. Kessler. She is survived by the lights of her life, her husband, John; sons, Jack and Joseph; her mother, Sumiko (Toriumi) Richards; siblings, Betty, Martha, Troy, Michael, Janet and Jesse; sisters-in-law, Kim and Debbie; mother-in-law, Sally Kessler; and many nieces and nephews. Special thanks goes out to the many people who supported her and her family. The family invites all to a gathering celebrating her life on Friday, March 14, 2014, from 6-8 p.m. (7:00 p.m. Buddhist Ceremony) at THE JOHN QUINT TREBONI FUNERAL HOME, 1177 West Fifth Avenue, Columbus. In lieu of flowers, friends who wish may contribute in memory of Gladys to the The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Donor Services, P.O. Box 4072, Pittsfield, MA 01202. Condolences may be sent via www.johnquint.com.

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The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

Condolences for Gladys Kessler

From : Sara Karl Hager
To : The Kessler Family
Date: March 10th 2014

I am so sorry for your loss and am thinking of you during this time. Gladys was such a sweet person and was very welcoming to me when I began teaching in Grandview a few years ago. I will always remember her kindness.
From : Martin Malone
To : The Kessler and Richards Family
Date: March 11th 2014

Some people come into our lives, leave footprints on our hearts, and we are never the same. ~ Author Unknown
Gladys was that type of person as you all know.
Please accept my deepest condolences for your family's loss.

From : Margie Stump
To : John Kessler & Family
Date: March 11th 2014

To the Kessler Family, my prayers are with you at this time. May "God" give you the strength and love during this difficult time.
I am so sorry for your loss.
From : Barb Boyd, member of the Nationwide family
To : Kessler and Richards families
Date: March 12th 2014

Gladys made an impression on every life she touched. Her caring attitude was evident in her work and she will be missed. May her sons carry with them her gifts as we will carry them with us. I am honored that she touched my life.
From : David Benis
To : The Kessler Family
Date: March 12th 2014

Gladys touched many lives at Nationwide. Her warm smile and kind spirit will be greatly missed. My condolences to all of you.
From : Tim & Debby Cotter
To : John, the boys and Gladys' entire family
Date: March 12th 2014

We can't express how sorry we were to learn of Gladys' passing. She always had a smile, a laugh and a kind word to say about anyone she met. She truly was a tremendous person. John, we're heartbroken for you and the boys, but please know there are many keeping all of you in their thoughts and prayers. Please know we're here for you. Love, Deb, Tim, Andy & Brigid
From : The Schmieds
To : The Kesslers
Date: March 12th 2014

Our deepest sympathies and prayers go out to you at this sad time. Gladys will surely live on in our hearts and minds. She will be missed.
From : Brad Ross
To : John and sons
Date: March 12th 2014

John, please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time. I am so sorry for your loss. My heart aches for you and your boys. Remember to lean hard on family and friends for support. Wishing you peace.
From : Barb Taggart (Nationwide)
To : The Kessler Family
Date: March 12th 2014

To the entire Kessler family, Gladys was a wonderful person, friend and coworker. She and I had a shared bond surrounding our children, and we always had wonderful conversations Jack and Joe. She was a wonderfully proud parent. I will always be grateful for her friendship. May the support of many family and friends lift you during this difficult time.
From : Frances Burch
To : The Kessler and Richards Family
Date: March 12th 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Gladys was a great person and will be missed.
From : Jennifer and Matthew Bok
To : Kessler Family
Date: March 12th 2014

We have known Gladys for years and are both so sorry for your loss. Gladys was a wonderful person and she will be greatly missed. Please know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Deepest sympathy.
From : Donna Mains
To : The Kessler Family
Date: March 12th 2014

Gladys was a lovely person and a joy to know and work with. My thoughts and prayers go out to you during this difficult time.
From : Joanne (Peters) Beasy and Family
To : The Kessler Family
Date: March 12th 2014

We are sorry for your loss and sad that we've all lost Gladys as a member of our community. Her kindness and charitable spirit will never be forgotten.
From : Tammy
To : Glad and Family
Date: March 12th 2014

I am at a loss for words right now. I just found out that Glad was sick a month or so ago. I just found out today that she passed. I thought about her several times over the past decade. We were the best of friends starting in junior high and lasting until sometime in our early adulthood. We eventually grew apart at some point I guess – life just went in a different direction for each of us. If you miss someone, pick up the phone and just call. I only wish I would have as now I will never get that chance. I will truly miss my first ever best friend and honestly, I’ve never had another since. Rest in peace Glad, you will be dearly missed more than you will ever know.
From : The Varner Family
To : John, Jack, Joe & family
Date: March 12th 2014

We are deeply sorry for your loss. Gladys will be missed by so many--her kind, gentle spirit will continue to be an inspiration. Please know that our prayers are with all of you.
From : Linda Thornburg
To : The Kessler and Richards Family
Date: March 12th 2014

Gladys was always a Buddha--warm and kind and bright of spirit. I appreciate having known her. My condolences to all of you as well as my love and prayers.
From : Dick Norris, Nationwide
To : The Kessler Family
Date: March 12th 2014

Gladys worked for me in Billing the last few years before I retired. She was a great worker dedicated to her job and her family. I am very saddened to hear of her passing.
From : Tracy Bleim
To : John Kessler & Family
Date: March 12th 2014

ȁCWhen someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure." ~ Author Unknown
John - I am so sorry for your loss and my thoughts are with you and your family.
From : Kevin and Martha Spurbeck
To : John and Family
Date: March 13th 2014

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you and your family find comfort and strength in your loving memories of Gladys.
From : Michelle Lohstroh
To : John Kessler and family
Date: March 13th 2014

My sympathy to you and your family. My prayers and thoughts are with you during this time.
From : Ailaine Herdlitzka - Nationwide
To : The Kessler Family
Date: March 13th 2014

There are no words to describe how one would feel, but know she is in heaven watching over you. Glady's was a great person. She not only touched your life, but she also touched the people she worked with. Hang in there as time goes by it will heal all wounds. My deepest sympathy.
From : Suzanne Taylor
To : Janet Rodenstine and Family
Date: March 14th 2014

Our sympathy to Janet and her entire family on the passing of Gladys. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.
From : Jennifer DiChiria& family
To : John Kessler
Date: March 14th 2014

Sending our love and prayers to you during this difficult time,always remember the love and wonderful times Gladys gave you,and also the greatest gift your sons.Love cousin Jennifer and family.


From : Ray Studer
To : John and Family
Date: March 14th 2014

My deep condolences and prayers for your loss. I'm sure that she greatly appreciated all your support and love through the years, especially during her recent illness.

God Bless

Ray Studer
From : John and Carol Morrison
To : John and Family
Date: March 14th 2014

We wish to convey our condolences. Our prayers are with you and your family.
From : Loretta and Michael Rector
To : John Kessler
Date: March 14th 2014

Please accept our deepest condolences in the loss of your wife. We pray for you and your family.

Loretta & Michael
From : Maryellen (Missy) Eaton
To : Kessler and Richards Families
Date: March 14th 2014

I was so, so very sorry to hear just this evening the news of Gladys. Gladys, as all of the Richards family, has meant so much to me all these many years. I send my heartfelt sympathy to all.
From : Patti Barnett
To : John Kessler & Family
Date: March 17th 2014

John & Family -- I was so sad to hear about your loss. My prayers are with you during this most difficult time. Keep the happy memories close to your hearts.
From : Mary Jo George
To : The Kessler and Richards Family
Date: March 17th 2014

There was a time when you didn't have the time...and you took the time.
There was a time when you had enough cares of your own...and yet you still cared.
There was a time when you had given enough...and you still gave.
You were and still are a gift from God for us all for all of eternity.
I will never forget the love that Gladys,Sumiko and Betty so freely gave. So sorry for your loss.
From : Mary Knapp
To : John
Date: March 19th 2014

John:
I was so saddened to read about your wife's death. I didn't know she was ill so I didn't realize what a burden you have been carrying. Please accept my sympathy and sentiments of solidarity. Mary