Obituary

Michael (mike) joseph schessler, 59, of charleston, wv, died suddenly and unexpectedly at home on june 4, 2016. He now resides in eternity with the lord jesus christ.
He was born on july 24, 1956, in pittsburgh, pa. He attended north catholic high school. He graduated from indiana university of pennsylvania and then from the university of pittsburgh school of law in 1990. He spent his entire career with bowles rice and made partner in 1996. He was a christian and faithful member of tetelestai church in new kensington, pa. He volunteered with manna meal and habitat for humanity. He also enjoyed playing tennis, working in the yard, and unwaveringly cheering for the pittsburgh steelers. He was a devoted husband, father, brother, and soon-to-be grandfather.
Preceding him in death are his father, joseph michael schessler, his mother, sophia schessler (hahn), his father-in-law, john d. Selkirk, and his mother-in-law, betty j. Selkirk (cunningham).
Surviving him are his wife of 32 years, susan michelle schessler (selkirk) of charleston, wv, his son, dr. Matthew joseph schessler, and his wife, lisa (slack), of pittsburgh, pa, his daughter, kathleen grace schessler of charleston, wv, his sister, christina schessler of wheeling, wv, his sisters-in-law, lori steele (selkirk) of clarksburg, wv, sally caldwell (selkirk) and her husband, dave, of limerick, pa, margaret miner (selkirk) of highland ranch, co, and brother-in-law, john selkirk, and his wife, janice, of creekside, pa. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
The memorial service will be held on thursday, june 9, 2016, at noon at barlow bonsall funeral home in charleston, wv. Family and friends are welcome at 11 a.M. A reception at the charleston marriott will immediately follow.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the ymca of the kanawha valley, 100 ymca drive, charleston, wv 25311, or manna meal, inc., 1105 quarrier street, charleston, wv 25301.

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Joseph Francis Velardita says:

August 21, 2022

My sister just sent me Mike’s obituary. I was shocked and saddened to hear about his sudden passing. Mike and I went to North Catholic together. He was 2 years older than I but we spent a lot of time together playing tennis, going to basketball and football games, and just hanging around. We lost touch after he graduated but I will always remember him fondly and with deep respect. We went to see Billie Jean King play Evonne Goolagong at the Civic Arena when Pittsburgh had a World Tennis Team. I just thought how he would react when he double-faulted or missed a shot in tennis and it cracked me up. I hope a memory such as this provides some comfort to you, knowing that even though he is not here he is still loved.

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King Family says:

August 10, 2021

Location: Ohio

I Did Not Know Mr. Schessler But I Know How Hard It Can Be To Lose A Loved One In Death So I Wanted To Say I Am Very Sorry For Your Loss. The Scripture That Has Given Me Comfort At Times Like This Is The One Found At Revelation 21:4 That Says, “And He Will Wipe Out Every Tear From Their Eyes, And Death Will Be No More, Neither Will Mourning Nor Outcry Nor Pain Be Anymore. The Former Things Have Passed Away.” So God Has Promised That In The Very Near Future We Will Never Have To Experience The Pain Associated With Death Anymore. I Pray That This Gives The Family Some Comfort During This Difficult Time.

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Joy Kleeman says:

August 10, 2021

Relationship: Friend
Location: Charleston West Virginia

I Was So Very Sorry To Hear About The Sudden Loss Of Your Husband. I Send You My Thoughts And Prayers In Hopes That Wonderful Memories Will Sustain You And Your Family.

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Sheryl Rippin says:

August 10, 2021

Relationship: Friend Of Matt And Lisa Schessler
Location: Wexford Pennsylvania

We Are Deeply Sorry For Your Loss. Our Thoughts And Prayers Go Out To Matt, Lisa And The Schessler Family During This Difficult Time. ??

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Maryann Carvelli says:

August 10, 2021

Location: Stonewood West Virginia

Susan, I Am So Sorry For Your Loss. I Have Met You And Your Husband Several Times At Basketball Games And Other Events When I Was With Lori. You Both Were Always So Nice And Friendly. My Thoughts And Prayers Go Out To You And Your Family! Sincerely, Maryann Carvelli & Family

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