Steven Lee Kessler

Steven Lee Kessler , the son of Bob Kessler and Cleo Kessler (Clanton) was born March 29, 1964 at St. John’s Hospital in Springfield, MO. He passed away June 7, 2023 at 59 years old.

Steve was united in marriage to Erica Bieller on October 23, 1999. They had two children, Nicholas Schoen and Bella Kessler.

Steve grew up in Springfield, MO and attended Glendale High School. After high school he completed his carpentry apprenticeship and was a union carpenter until he retired. Steve was a member of the Union Carpenters for 41 years. He was very proud of his work with the Union and a very strong believer in their causes. He was also a member of United Lodge #5, the Green County Shrine Club, and the ABA Cruisers before moving to Houston, MO. He treasured the time he spent with his brothers in these organizations.

One of Steve’s favorite pastimes was woodworking. He loved building all kinds of things, from his deer stands to his family home. He could also be found in the kitchen a lot as he loved to cook. He was a great cook and enjoyed trying out and introducing new foods to everyone. Steve really enjoyed the outdoors. He loved fishing, camping, kayaking on the river, or boating on the lake with family and friends. But his favorite time of the year was mid-November for deer season. He has not missed a dear season since he was 16 years old. He loved his time in the woods, especially with his brother Art. Above all that, Steve loved his family and was very supportive and protective of his family. His daughter Bella was the light of his life.

Steve was preceded in death by his father, Bob Kessler; his mother, Cleo Kessler; his niece Shelli Kessler and his mother-in-law, Marla Stephenson.

Surviving are his wife, Erica Kessler and their daughter Bella, and son Nicholas Schoen and wife Serenna; brother Art Kessler and wife Pam; brother David Kessler and wife Jennifer. Five grandchildren, three great grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.

In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests donations in Steve's honor be made to Shriners Childrens Hospital.