Francis Edward Hesselgesser
Francis Edward Hesselgesser was the 11th child of Harry Edward Hesselgesser and the 11th child born to Mary Frances Lord. Francis Edward was born 02 Jun 1926 in Valentine, NE when Harriet Zuyla was 22 years old, Erwin was 21 years old, Mary Eugene was 19 years old, Phillip Harry was 16 years old, Cecile Nevada was 14 years old, Vanda was 12 years old, John Robert was 8 years old, Boise Bryan was 7 years old, Sophie Jane was 4 years old and Nina Cornelia was 2 years old. Francis Edward married Nola Mae Kelly on 15 May 1947 at the age of 21 and they had 5 children. Francis Edward died 14 Jun 2023 at the age of 97.
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Biographical information was last updated: May 19, 2025.
Francis Edward "Buck" Hesselgesser, 97, of Ogden, Utah, passed away peacefully on June 14, 2023. Born on June 2, 1926, in Valentine, Nebraska, to Harry and Mary Hesselgesser. Buck was a beloved husband, father, and friend. He was known for his unmatched work ethic, his love of dancing, and his passion for cowboy life. Buck married the love of his life, Nola, on May 15, 1947, in Lehman Caves, Nevada. Together, they created a beautiful family and legacy of love. As a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Buck served in many positions and lived his faith daily. Buck served in the US Navy during World War II, and upon returning home, he worked at various jobs, a butcher, a painter, tire store owner, Highway department, car salesman, shovel and drill Mechanic for Kennecott, and a successful entrepreneur, owning and operating Intermountain Soft Water in Ogden, Utah, until his retirement in 1989. He was a devoted husband and father, always putting the needs of his family first. His hobbies included dancing, working with horses, and taking care of his beloved wife, Nola. Together, they built a life filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories. Buck is survived by his loving wife, Nola; his children, Butch Hesselgesser, Becky Porter (Milo), Cindy Lake (Kevin), Melany Lee (Clay), and LaMont Hesselgesser (Maria); and a host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Mary Hesselgesser; and siblings, Harriet Selle, Erwin, Mary Nollette, Phillip, Cecile Morgan, Vanda Baker, John, Boise, Sophie Littledike, and Nina Greenhalgh.
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Last data update: May 18, 2025
Personal genealogical research information and notes provided by LaMont Hesselgesser, Citation post date: 2008-10-26