Anita Koschel
February 22, 1929 - May 21, 2014
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Anita Pauline (Kesler) Koschel Anita passed away May 21, 2014 at St. Vincent Hospital at the age of 85. She was born February 22, 1929 in Vanstel, Montana, daughter of Wilhelm and Emilie (Mittelsteadt) Saur. Anita married Emil John Kesler September 10, 1947. Paralyzed in the accident that took Emil, Anita courageously continued to raise their five children with the support of family. August 30, 1958 she married Marvin H. Koschel. Anita and Marvin had two more sons. Marvin preceded her in death on May 14, 2003. Anita was an inspiration to all those who knew her. She never wavered in faith or courage and always saw the best and brought out the best in those she met. Her fortitude and positive attitude was a rock for family and friends to anchor to. Her passing will send ripples in her circle of influence far and wide. Anita will be greatly missed. Anita is survived by seven children, 17 grandchildren, and 23 great-grandchildren. Children are: Ronald (Linda) Kesler, Roselyn (David) May, Rene Kesler, Roger (Susan) Kesler, Rhonda (Monte, deceased) Bruski, Raymond (Cathy) Koschel, and Reinhold (Aurelia) Koschel. She is preceded in death by her parents and siblings Ruth Huft, Gerhard Saur, Jacob Saur and grandson Jacob Kesler. Funeral services for Anita will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday at Dahl Funeral Chapel. Private family interment in Sunset Memorial Gardens will be at a later date. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.dahlfuneralchapel.com In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Grace Baptist Church or Trinity Lutheran School.
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Sorry for your lose I know exactly how you are feeling our prayers are with your family at your time of need - Genevieve Hanson & Glenn McNabb
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Pastor Alan Todd
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Dear Reiny and Family, On behave of my family, the LBA Staff, the churches of The LBA and the congregation of First Baptist Joanna I extend our heart felt sympathy and prayers to your family over the passing of Mrs Anita. We also celebrate with you her life and now her new life in Christ. Our best wishes for all of you. If we can help in any way let us know.
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Sharon Sauser
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Anita was not only a much loved Aunt, but she was also my godmother, and we shared a wedding anniversary. Ray used to call her St. Aunt Anita, and she was as close to being a saint as is humanly possible. No one should have to endure all the hardships she had in her life, yet she was always cheerful. She loved her huge family, and had an amazing memory. She always said she learned so much from Mom, and she told stories about when Joann and I were very young. I know she will be so missed by everyone who knew her. Our condolences to all her family. Ray and Sharon Sauser
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Marilyn Kesler Morgan
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The Kesler family was greatly blessed the day Anita joined our family. Aunt Anita had a sweet, loving soul, who made everyone whose lives she touched feel they were special. She was such a good friend to my mother as she went through her own physical trials. Anita's unwavering faith was a constant inspiration to all of us. I believe she wanted nothing so much as having wonderful, not perfect, children who loved the lord, as she did, and who she will see again some day in heaven. I have no doubt that she is looking down on them, and will continue to bless them with encouragement, comfort, and love when they need it most. I love you, Aunt Anita. and will miss your greeting of a hug and a kiss.