Clara (Bieghler) Kessler, 72, passed away June 28th, 2024 at her home in Hutchinson, Kansas, surrounded by family.   She was born November 6, 1951 to Clarence and Nellie (McCrae) Bieghler in Hutchinson.
Clara is survived by her son, Terry "Rob" Kessler, brother, Clarence Bieghler Jr and his wife Janet, brother-in-law Jerry Simpson, and grandchildren, Gabrielle Kessler and Eben Warrington.
She was preceded by her husband, Terry Lee Kessler, parents, Clarence and Nellie, brother, Stan Wolf, and sisters, Stella Mae Powers and Donna Louise Simpson.
Clara lived a life full of love. Her biggest joy in life was her family, but she also enjoyed crochet, going fishing, or hanging out with the dogs. Clara was hardworking and an accomplished machinist, who retired from Eaton Hydraulics.
There will be a visitation at Old Mission Heritage Funeral Home, Monday July 15 from 4-8 pm and a graveside service at Fairlawn Burial Park, Tuesday, July 16th at 12:30pm, where she will be laid to rest next to her late husband.