Philip John Fessler

Philip (Better known as Phil, Dad, or Pops) was born June 24, 1939, to Josephine Fessler (Lennox) and Phillip H Fessler. He spent his youth in Michigan and attended St Francis School for Boys in Detroit, Michigan through the 10th grade. Upon graduating, Phil entered the Navy. When he was honorably discharged, Phil ventured West to Long Beach California where he began working for the United States Postal Service and where he met the love of his life Sharon Fessler (Thomas) our free-spirited mother. Phil and Sharon settled in Delta, Colorado and then finally Fruita, Colorado, to raise their family. Phil is remembered for his remarkable smile, quick wit, and compassion for others. Phil was always willing to help those in need which included stray dogs, cats, and occasionally stray human children. They acquired many stray humans over the years that were always treated as family. After retirement Phil became a river raft guide and school bus driver. Phil enjoyed reading, rafting and kayaking.

Phil is survived by: Quincy Potter (daughter), Jennifer States (daughter) and Gabe States, Gage States (grandson), Jayden States (grandson), Micheal Fessler (grandson), and Teddi Salazar (soon to be wife).

Philip is preceded in death by Sharon Fessler, Josephine Fessler, and Phillip H. Fessler.

In lieu of flowers- the family requests that all donations be made to Roice Hurst Humane Society.