Rita J. (Drescher) Kesel
Born: Thu., Jul. 10, 1919
Died: Thu., May 3, 2012
Funeral Service
10:00 AM Sat., May 12, 2012
Location: All Saints Church
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Rita J. Kesel, 92, of Syracuse passed away Thursday after a brief illness. She was born in Syracuse on July 10, 1919. Rita was the daughter of the late Anthony and Laura (Moran) Drescher. She was predeceased by her husband Robert in 1991, a brother Howard and sister Mary Kay Quigley.
Rita was a graduate of Syracuse University and the Fordham School of Social Work. She served in the American Red Cross during World War II and was associated with several social work agencies in the area, including the Syracuse City School District. She was a member of the National Association of Social Workers and a former member of Drumlins Country Club and the Corinthian Club.
Rita is survived by her son Robert J. (Heather Hess) Kesel Jr., a brother William Drescher, four grandchildren Kiersten, Heidi, Emma and Wolfgang, three great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Memorial Mass 10:00am Saturday in All Saints Church, Lancaster Ave. Burial in St. Mary's Cemetery, Dewitt.
In Lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Boys and Girls club of Syracuse.
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Gene and Shirley Beckeman
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Posted Wed May 09, 2012
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We are very sorry, Bob, to learn of your mother''s passing. She has been a dear neighbor and long-time friend of all our family.
Love,
Gene and Shirley
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Jill Freytag
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Posted Thu May 10, 2012
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Please except my condolences on your loss of Rita. I only knew her for a short time as I am an employee of EastSide Dental Specialists where Rita had come for evaluations. She was very strong and I have to admire her courage through all she endured. May all the angels now have her in their care and that she will no longer suffer. God Bless you Rita. RIP Your Friend, Jill PS. I will be having that martini with you. ;)
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Leo Sheedy
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Posted Thu May 10, 2012
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Bob,
Our Mothers were great friends in the wonderful old days on Goodrich Avenue. Please accept my sincere condolences.
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Debbie and Chuck Thomas
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Posted Thu May 10, 2012
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Bob,
We are so sorry to hear about your mom''s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Heather during this difficult time.
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Doris Stewart
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Posted Fri May 11, 2012
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Rita played bridge with us at the Corinthian Club on Monday mornings for many years. We all loved her so much and will miss her terribly. I want you to know that there will be a special memorial fund set up in her memory at the Corinthian Club that she loved so much.
With deepest sympathy,
Doris Stewart
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Beverly Konarski
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Posted Sat May 12, 2012
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I played Bridge with Rita @ The Corinthian Club on Monday mornings. I always
enjoyed being her partner. We had occasions to enjoy lunch with Rita before
her last illness. I loved her quiet sincere ladylike presence. I will remember
her smile, her acceptance of her life, and her courage. Bev. Konarski
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Cindy Irvin
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Posted Sun May 13, 2012
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Please accept my sincere sympathy in the death of your mother. I too only new Rita for a short time having met her at Eastside Dental where she would come to see us monthly. She was a true lady and it was a pleasure to have known her even for only a short time. She will truly be missed.
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Lauri Bousquet
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Posted Tue May 15, 2012
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Bob,
What an extraordinary, full life your mother lived. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
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