Donald K. Kessler, of 215 Adams St., Olean, NY passed away Tuesday (April 25, 2023) at his daughter’s home, after a brief illness.

Born Dec. 13, 1937, in Shinglehouse, Pa., he was the son of the late Joseph L. and Elsie I. Blaisdell Kessler. He married Anne Lemmer McDonald, who predeceased him in 2012.

Donald was a veteran of the U.S. Army from 1958-1960. He worked for Dresser-Rand in Olean and was a longtime member of the St. Stephen’s Club, Birch Run Golf Club and the Olean YMCA.

He is survived by two children, Lisa (Toby) Miller of Ceres, Pa. and David Kessler of West Clarksville; eight grandchildren, Kenneth (Kari) Miller of Ceres, Emily (Nick) Kinney of Shinglehouse, Allison Miller of Ceres, Damean Kessler, Alec Kessler and Caleb Kessler all of West Clarksville, and Joshua Kessler and Kaitlyn Kessler, both of Port Allegany, Pa.; one sister, Lucille Kimicata; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his wife, Donald was predeceased by two sisters, Shirley Mulkin and Linda Ayers.

At Donald’s request, there will be no services.

Memorials, if desired, may be made to the Olean YMCA, 1101 Wayne St., Olean.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Guenther Funeral Home, Inc., 1303 E. State St., Olean.

Online condolences can be expressed at www.guentherfh.com.