Peter Bartram Kressler
Age 83, passed away October 2, 2026. He was born February 25, 1943, in Jackson, to Charles and Evelyn Kressler. Peter grew up in Jackson and graduated from Michigan State University with a Bachelor’s Degree and a Masters Degree. He worked as a teacher at Holt High School for 35 years, retiring in 1997. He was a member of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church. Peter loved golf, history, reading, and traveling in Europe.
Surviving are his wife of 60 years, Anne; son, Jeffrey Oade; daughter, Johanna (Randy) Germain; grandchildren, Blythe, Jayden, Mitchell, and Collin; great-grandson, Shea; brothers, Jeffrey (Lyn) Kressler, and David (Ruth) Kressler, as well as several nieces and nephews.
The memorial service will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in memory of Peter Kressler.
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Anne-marie K Milbourn
October 3, 2026 at 11:39 amMrs Kressler, Jeff and Johanna,
My condolences on your loss.
Anne Milbourn
Lori Frank-Alstott
October 5, 2026 at 7:29 amMr. Kressler, was an amazing teacher. He put up with a lot from us. R.I.P. Mr. Kressler. Class of 81′ appreciated you.
Tamara Bashore-Berg
October 4, 2026 at 2:22 pmIn many ways, Mr. Kessler was responsible for my adult path. lWhen I was a junior, he asked me, in front of the class, what my plans were for after high school. As someone who had never had any family member attend college, I honestly had no idea what I was going to do. Mr. Kressler was APALLED- asking me if I wanted my default to be barefoot and pregnant. I was SO insulted- but he had an important point. He told me to stay after class, and then told me he needed my mom to come in and meet with him. He was so amazing with my mom- he convinced her (and me) of my potential, and 5 years later I was a college graduate. I went on to earn my Masters and have a fulfilling career – and I often think back to the fact that Peter Kressler cared enough to push me and my parents to pursue the first bachelor’s degree in my family. I owe a debt of gratitude that can never truly be repaid. Much love and condolences to his family and to Anne who was equally amazing.
Cheryl (Galloway) Akers
October 4, 2026 at 11:55 pmI am so sorry for your loss, Johanna. I remember your dad when he was teaching. Keeping your family in my prayers.
Cheryl (Galloway) Akers
Russell Pennell
October 5, 2026 at 8:08 amMy condolences for your loss. He was the best history teacher I ever had. Thanks for Germany.
Amy Wilcox
October 5, 2026 at 8:10 amWhat a wonderful teacher . He and his wife certainly gave so many of us memories to last a life time.
Jason Myers
October 5, 2026 at 10:36 amBefore a history test, I remember him saying “we are all Americans in here, so I don’t want any Roman eyes” as a deterrent to cheating. Great teacher!
Megan Mitchell
October 5, 2026 at 1:47 pmHe was such an amazing teacher who made a huge impact on so many students. RIP Mr Kressler. 30 years later and I still remember you and your honors history class, it was both challenging and rewarding.