Funeral homes often submit obituaries as a service to the families they are assisting. However, we will be happy to accept obituaries from family members pending proper verification of the death.
Charles “Chuck” Kessinger passed away May 3, 2026. Chuck was born March 29, 1951, in Goldendale, Washington, to parents BJ and Betty Kessinger. Chuck married Christi Greenfield in April 1970, and they had two children, Traci and Keith. Christi passed away in December 2007.
Chuck married Sharon Helyer in May 2009, adding Sharon and her three children, Randy, Corey and Rachel Sexton to his family. Chuck had two siblings, brother Joe and wife Renee and sister Sue. Sue passed away in October.
Chuck loved camping, snowmobiling, hunting and fishing.
He was very much loved by his wife Sharon, Corey, Randy, Rachel, Elias and several grandchildren.
Arrangements are under the direction of Gardner Funeral Home, White Salmon, Washington. Visit www.GardnerFH.com to share a story or leave a note for the family.
Columbia Gorge News, May 13, 2026
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