Walter H Hessler

Walter H. Hessler

Walter H. Hessler, 90, died Saturday (March 30, 2002) at Presbyterian Manor. He was born Feb. 1, 1912, to John F. and Amelia (Moska) Hessler in Sedgwick. They preceded him in death. He married Wilma O. Shepherd April 12, 1936, in Newton. She preceded him in death June 9, 1994. He was a native Harvey County resident all of his life, moving to Newton June 1, 1925. He was a master wood working mechanic and a retired self-employed wood mill operator for 57 years. Many homes, churches, schools and business buildings in Newton and the surrounding trade area will stand in his memory. He was a life-long member of the First Baptist Church, having served as Sunday school secretary and church trustee for several years and as deacon for 25 years. At the time of his death he was the longest standing member of First Baptist Church.

Survivors include: two daughters, Roberta Shaffer of Wichita and Doris Campbell of Albuquerque, N. M.; five grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

Visitation will be until 9 p. m. today with family greeting friends from 6:30 to 8 p. m. at Petersen Funeral Home.

Funeral service will be 2 p. m. Wednesday at First Baptist Church with the Rev. Alden Dick officiating.

Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery.

Memorials have been established with Hospice Care of Kansas in care of the funeral home.