Hollis Kessler

Hollis Gerald "Jerry" Kessler, 79, of Buchanan, Virginia, passed away unexpectedly

at his home on Wednesday, April 30, 2025.

Jerry was born on January 19, 1946, and was preceded in death by his parents, Cline

and Virginia, and brother-in-law Wayne Conner.

Left to cherish his memory is his devoted wife of 58 years, Carol Kessler. Jerry is also

survived by his daughter, Karen Lewis (Lee) of Roanoke, VA, and granddaughters

Ashley Fultz (Ronnie) of Martinsville, VA, and Kaitlyn Hill (John) of Roanoke, VA. His

great grandchildren are Brennan Hollis, Bryson Lee, Karrigan Noell, and Kinsley Reignn

Hill of Roanoke, VA, and Ronnie Eugene Fultz, IV, of Martinsville, VA, as well as sisters-

and brothers-in-law James L. Thompson, Jr, Barbara Conner, Shirley Kennedy, and

special brother-in-law and friend Larry Thompson (Becky), and numerous nieces and

nephews.

Jerry proudly served his country in the United States Air Force, including a tour in

Vietnam during 1967-1968. After returning home, he enjoyed a fulfilling career and

retired from Aramark Services. A strong believer in community service, Jerry gave

generously of his time and talents. Jerry volunteered as firefighter with Buchanan

Volunteer Fire Department and faithfully served as a lifetime deacon of Mount Joy

Church of the Brethren.

Flowers are welcome; however, the family kindly requests that memorial contributions

be made to Mount Joy Church of the Brethren in honor of Jerry's enduring legacy of

faith and service.

Visitation will be held from 10-11 am with funeral services at 11am on Friday, May 9, 2025 in the Buchanan Chapel of Botetourt Funeral Home.