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James Thomas Kessler, 73, of Cope Ranch near Big Lake, passed away September 5, 2016. He was born in Midland, Texas on October 10, 1942 to Billie and Fred Kessler. He married Cathryn Cope Kessler on September 21, 1970.
James had a career as a polo player working for Russell Firestone until 1970 when he became a rancher. He had a passion for working crossword puzzles.
James was preceded in death by his mother Billie Kessler, his father Fred Kessler, brother Joe Kessler, and a grandson, Cody Wayne Browne. He is survived by his wife Cathryn Cope Kessler; daughter Cynthia Kessler Browne; son Cope Kessler; and granddaughters: Cady Browne Kendrick and Hunter Kessler.
Graveside service is at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, September 9, 2016 in Mertzon Cemetery. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Johnson's Funeral Home.