Obituary of Paul Richard Keesler
Hazel Hurst - Paul Richard "Dick" Keesler, 87, of Hazel Hurst, passed away unexpectedly, Tuesday (December 28, 2021).
He was born November 21, 1934 in Hazel Hurst, the son of John Keesler and Avis Nogar. On March 12, 1955, in St. Joseph Catholic Church, Mt. Jewett, he married Helen M. "Coby" Henry, who survives.
Mr. Keesler was a sawmill supervisor for Collins Pines of Kane before his retirement.
After retirement, Dick served as a Hamlin Township supervisor and worked for Hamlin Township sewer service. He also served on the township park committee and just recently retired as president of the water company.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by:
Two sons: Robert L. Keesler of Hazel Hurst and Paul R. Keesler, Jr. of Kane
One daughter: Debra L. Keesler of Hazel Hurst
One granddaughter: Dawn Stoddard
One great-granddaughter: Mya Stoddard
One sister: Carol Walker of Hazel Hurst
And several nieces and nephews
In addition to his parents, Dick was preceded in death by two brothers and one sister.
There will be no visitation or services at this time. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. Online condolences may be made at www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.