Kesler, Greg

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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of GREG KESLER, on Monday, February 1st, 2016 at his family's ranch in Magrath, Alberta at the age of 70 years.

He is survived by his loving Wife Judy, Son Duane (Margo), Daughter Berva Dawn(Roy) and his two very special Grandsons Kurtis and Chase.

He was the son of the late Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame inductee Reg Kesler. Greg worked in the family business until he branched out on his own at age 29 to found Kesler Rodeo in 1974.

Greg, a second-generation PRCA stock contractor, achieved 10 World Championship Titles with his horses; Cool Alley, Painted Smile, Alley Ways and Alley Cat during his career. In 1994, Greg and his son, Duane Kesler, bought Reg's card and continued running Kesler Championship Rodeo (founded by Reg in 1950) with Duane at the helm while Greg remained as the owner/operator of Kesler Rodeo. The family has bucking stock in Helena, Montana and Magrath, Alberta.

This past December, Kesler Rodeo sent five bareback horses, one saddle bronc horse and one bull to the Wrangler NFR in Las Vegas.

Kesler Rodeo's Alley Cat was the 1988 PRCA Saddle Bronc Horse of the Year and Painted Smile won that award three consecutive years (2001-03). Country Cat, Order Up, Painted Smile, Cool Alley, and Polka Dot, were all voted the top horses at the WNFR.

A Funeral Service will be held at EXHIBITION PARK - WEST PAVILION, 3401 - Parkside Drive South, Lethbridge, AB on Monday, February 8, 2016 at 1:00 P.M. with Wayne Brooks officiating.

to the Kesler family, with deepest sympathy sorry to hear about the loss of Greg , our thoughts are will you, he will be greatly missed.

Dale Hirsch, February 12, 2016

Dear Judy, Berva-Dawn, Duane, Margo and family: We were very sorry to hear about Greg's passing. There will be a void in the rodeo world. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Cathy & Morgan Grant & Family, February 8, 2016

To Judy and Family Although we will not be able to attend, our thoughts and prayers are with you . From Dale and Jan's families in Hays.

Linda (Clifton) Braaten, February 8, 2016

Dear Judy, Berva, Duane & families we send our sincere & deepest sympathy at this time. I like to watch the night sky and when the Northern Lights are dancing across the sky I call it a "Rodeo in the Sky" . Truly a legacy of rodeoing we hope will carry on . We will miss the big guy in the white shirt & tie at the rodeos.

Barbara Jean Salmon, February 8, 2016

We were very saddened to hear of Greg's recent passing. We would like to extend our sincere condolences to you and your family.

Al Gustum & Mary Ann Kulcsar, February 8, 2016

Dear Judy and family: So sorry to hear of Gregs passing. It was a pleasure to know Greg, you and family. Our thoughts are with you.

Vince Glory Gudmundson, February 8, 2016

We are so sorry to hear of Greg's passing. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Herman & Joan Lubbers, February 8, 2016

Judy and Family, We are so sorry for the loss of your patriarch. Greg was a wonderful man with strong community roots, and a family man. Our thoughts, prayers and love are with you and your family in this very difficult time. We are currently all in Mexico so are unable to attent Gregs funeral.

Sharon Rohaly, Renee Beddome, Jeremy Rohaly, February 7, 2016

Our thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time Judy.

Hilda & Lorne Epp, February 7, 2016

Rodeo Days in Cardston were always special, because Aunt Beth, Greg, and Patricia would come and spend several days with us. We are proud to be cousins, and send condolences to Judy and their family.

Elaine Stringam Piepgrass, February 7, 2016

Judy and family my deepest condolences

Les Lemke, February 6, 2016

Thoughts and Prayers to the Kesler Family. I had the pleasure of working for Greg and Judy in the summer of 85 and those will be times I will cherish forever. Greg was a great man and will be greatly missed.

Wayne & Kelly Ullery, February 6, 2016

Oki to the Kesler family of Greg we send our condolences and sympathy my great grandparents the late pat bad eagle took the late reg Kesler as a son we wanted to send our prayers

Eddy James bad eagle & family, February 6, 2016

My thoughts are with the Kesler family at this difficult time. Greg and family were always the backbone of our CFR performances, I looked forward to seeing Greg, Judy and Duane each year at CFR, knowing our event was in great hands. A true legend in the sport, and someone I will miss and regret not seeing each November. Truly a huge loss to our sport, and someone I looked up too. Take Care, RIP Greg,

John Windwick, Past Commishioner, Canadian Finals Rodeo, February 5, 2016

Deepest Sympathy Marzenko! Our Thoughts and Prayers Are With You And all Your Family!!!

Piotr Popiel, February 5, 2016

Dear Judy, Duane, Margo, Berva-Dawn, and Family: Words can't describe what we felt when we heard the news about Greg. I was a lucky horse crazy gril that got to grow up next door to the Kesler Ranch in Helena MT. We shared a passion for the horse. He treated me like a daugher. I have so many wonderful memories of him. From working the rodeos to discussing every horse. He will never be forgotten. Our prayers go out the the entire family and anyone he touched. He will be greatly missed. We love you all! Scott and Ashley Eichhorn, Helena MT.

Scott & Ashley Eichhorn, February 5, 2016

Dear Judy, so sorry to hear of Greg's passing. Our condolences to you and your family. This brought back a lot of old memories going to school in Rosemary and growing up with you guys. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your family. Art & Linda

Art Tiessen, February 5, 2016

Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss...our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time, Our Love Thoughts and Prayers are with you all God Bless Hugs

Linda Linden, February 5, 2016

Dear Judy and family, we were so very sorry to hear about Gregs passing. We are down in the States for another month or so, so we won't be able to attend services for Greg. Oh the memories and you know what we mean Judy. Love and sympathy to you and your family. Bob and Eleanor

Bob & Eleanor Conrad, February 4, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. From Dale's Family in Hays

Linda (Clifton) Braaten, February 4, 2016

Judy, Duane, Berva-Dawn, Margo, and Family: We send our deepest condolences to all of you. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. God must have needed a great man to oversee all of the great rodeo stock in Heaven! The Billingsley's Glasgow, MT

J. Billingsley, February 4, 2016

Uncle Greg was a very important part of my life. When I was young and our family was hit by the death of a father uncle Greg and aunt Judy were there for us. We spent many great times together with horses and ranch and rodeo fun. This is past Christmas, my grand daughter asked uncle Greg if she could come and see his wonderful ranch and meet some of his rodeo horses and maybe even get to go for a ride on one. You will always be cherished Uncle Greg, and your memory will live on for generations to come. Aunt Judy, I am thinking of you and am always here. Duayne, Margo, Bervadawn, Kurtis, and ,Chase, I am so sorry and feel you sorrow. Memories are a wonderful thing to have, and help with healing . I love you all.

Shawna tanner, February 4, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.

Rosanne & Reid Horrocks, February 4, 2016

Your family is in my thoughts and prayers at this time. May he rest in peace. It was a pleasure to have met him and work with him at the KRA when I was still a member until I moved.

Anna McNeil, February 4, 2016

Deepest Sympathy Marzenko! Our Thoughts and Prayers Are With You And all Your Family!!!

Piotr Popiel, February 4, 2016

Sending thoughts and condolences to the Kesler family. We have some great memories from past years. What a special legacy you carry forward. Bless all of you.

Tim & Linda Tollestrup, February 4, 2016

Our deepest sympathy to the Kesler family....This county Gentleman will be greatly missed.

Daryl & Anita Ferguson, February 4, 2016

My condolences for your loss my prayers and thoughts go out to the Kesler family at this time of need

Brenda Thompson, February 3, 2016

So sorry to hear of Greg's passing. Our thoughts are with you. Sincere sympathy, Kirk, Shandel $ K's Thomson

Kirk, Shandel & K's Thomson, February 3, 2016

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