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E. ALAN KESSLER
Born: Dec 05, 1938
Date of Passing: Mar 27, 2019
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E. ALAN KESSLER
December 5, 1938 - March 27, 2019
He loved the warmth and the sunshine and spent 12 winters in Palm Desert, CA tending his roses and enjoying his winter home and his many special friends.
Alan was predeceased by his daughter Laurie in 2015.
He is survived by his wife, Shirley (Huston) Kessler; his son A. Kevin Kessler and his wife Sharon Kessler and two granddaughters, Kaylene and Shayla Kessler; as well as his siblings, Bonnie (Maurice) Mazerolle, Dianne (Chuck) Biggs and Hugh Kessler.
Alan was born in Winnipeg and except for a short time in Thunder Bay, proudly called Winnipeg home.
He was the founder and president of New-West Metals Inc. for over 25 years and was well known in the metals industry.
He was a kind, gentle person with a special smile. He loved music and attended and supported the arts in many forms.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Monday, April 29, 2019 at The Gates on Roblin, 6945 Roblin Blvd. from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
If friends desire, a donation in Alan's memory may be made to the Alan and Shirley Kessler Fund at the Winnipeg Foundation, 1350 One Lombard Place, Winnipeg, MB R3B 0X3 or to a charity of your choice.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 20, 2019
Condolences & Memories (3 entries)
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Shirley and Family, Diane and I wish to extend our condolences on the sudden passing of Alan. As a former associate at Drummond McCall I wish to salute Alan's acumen and commitment along with your assistance to bring forward New West Metal Inc., as a successful business supplying the needs of Western Canadian firms for specialized metals. He has left his mark. Gord Davidson Ex Drummond McCall Wpg 1955 - 1968 Comox, BC - Posted by: Gordon Barclay Davidson (Former associate) on: Apr 21, 2019
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It is with sadness that we acknowledge Alan's passing. Always enjoyed spending time with Alan and Shirley, been friends for over 40 years, having enjoyed and shared a multitude of events and fun times, Alan may you rest in peace, and the only way to say farewell is with a big hug. - Posted by: Andy Beaudette (Friends) on: Apr 20, 2019
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I am truly sorry to learn of Alan's passing. Many fond memories of a caring and fun person. My heart goes out to both you Shirley and your son Kevin. Bel - Posted by: Isobel Beaudette (Friend ) on: Apr 20, 2019