"im very sorry for ur guys lost it is so sad in a week it was going to be nats one year til she passed"
In loving memory of
Samuel Anthony Kessel
September 17, 2001 - November 28, 2023
SAMUEL ANTHONY KESSEL
MUSCATINE, Iowa - Samuel Kessel, 22, was taken away on Tuesday, November 28, 2023, to his next big adventure.
Funeral Service will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 3, 2023, at Ralph J. Wittich-Riley-Freers Funeral Home. Reverend Susan Bantz will officiate. Immediately following services, there will be a time of food and fellowship at the VFW, 1415 Grandview Ave, Muscatine, IA 52761. Loose meat will be provided, please bring a side.
Visitation will be from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. on Sunday, December 3, 2023, at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family, in care of Kim Kessel for wildlife management . Online condolences may be made at www.wittichfuneralhome.com.
Samuel was born on September 17, 2001, in Iowa City, the son of Jess and Kimberlie Heath Kessel.
He worked for Terry and Sons Painting Contractors. Samuel was active in football and wrestling for Louisa- Muscatine High school and graduated in 2020.
Sammy enjoyed hunting, fishing, and anything outdoors. He was very loyal and free spirited with a heart of gold. Sam was always looking for his next great outdoor adventure to spend with his family and friends. He was full of crap with a great sense of humor. Sammy would do anything for his friends and family.
Samuel is survived by his parents, Jess and Kimerlie Heath-Kessel of Letts; two brothers, Seth Alan Kessel and Spencer Jo Kessel; grandparents, Dwight and Zeeta Kessel, Alan and Barbara Heath, and Joan Salek; and great grandmother, Pearl Salek.
He is preceded in death by an infant sister, Jewel; cousin, Ryan Conger; and one aunt, Nicole Brink.
Tributes
"So sorry Kim to hear of Sam's passing. My condolences to you and your family, you are in my thoughts and prayers. ???"
"We are sending many prayers and hugs to the family of Sam. The news was devastating and I feel your pain. We.lost our son Scott years ago. Just know that we would like to help in any way we can. May the good Lord bless and keep you all in the comfort of his hands"
"I am so sorry to hear of Sam?s passing. Wishing you all comfort and peace. "
"My deepest condolences to all his family and friends. I am glad to have known Sam for the last 9 months. Definitely a heart of gold and would do anything to make sure you are okay. I will forever remember those qualities and be thankful for the opportunity getting to know him. -Andrea A."
"My deepest condolences to all who love Sambo. May your memories, friends, and family help you navigate thru this very difficult time. Sam and Jayden were as thick as thieves, they gave us a few extra grey hairs, but holy smokes did these boys sure know how to fish and hunts like pros. Friends, they say, are the family we select and I'm so happy they selected each other. May you have comfort knowing that my Jayden will always be a part of your lives and i'm more than happy to share him with all of you. Your memories are yours to keep forever, Sam will always remain in your heart, he will never be forgotten. Love, "Momma Tara""
"So sorry to have read of Sam?s death. Sam will be deeply missed by many but will never be forgotten. May the joys you knew and the times you shared help comfort you at this tragic time in your life. This Bible verse recorded in Psalms 46:1 is something we need to remember when facing a tragedy. It reads ?God is our refuge and strength, a help that is readily found in times of distress.? May the God of all comfort give strength and his love to each of you."
"I wish I had known Sam, he sounds like an amazing man. Prayers and Love to his family. The Hoggatt family."
" i am sorry this happened, I live on 260th st just off of Echo Ave, drive by your place all of the time, will be thinking of you and wishing I could do something for you as an almost neighbor. you will all be in my prayers"
"I wasn?t a personal person with him but my sons father was with him and his brother and I?m praying for you guys, my heart hurts for you guys, such a good soul?"
"Kim. My heart aches for you, Jess, Seth and Spencer. Please let me know if you need anything"
"Jess, Kim, Seth, and Spencer - I am so sorry for your loss. "
"I didnt know this brother or any of his family from atom but i just wanted to offer my personal prayers and condolences and pray for God's healing hand upon this family during this beyond difficult time."
"Prayers that peace will come to your family with god speed. I can?t express through words how broken hearted I am to hear of this young man?s life being gone so soon. I?m here if you need a hug, listening ear, or time just to sit and be comforted. Jeremy & Shannon Swails "