Douglas E. Bressler

Douglas E Bressler passed away on Wednesday March 22, 2023 at Mike Conley Cornerstone Hospice House at the age of 91 after battling Alzheimer’s for 6 years. He was born May 11, 1931 Rockford, Illinois. Doug graduated West High School in Rockford subsequently attending National Fire Academy in Gettysburg, PA. Doug spent a full tour with the US Army 1949-1952 and honorably discharged. He joined the Rockford fire Department where he was promoted to the position of Deputy Chief. He had a 26-year career when at the age of 50 he was hired by Orange County Fire Rescue Division in Florida as Chief of Operations serving for 11 years before retiring. After Retirement he served as a member of the Lake County Fire Rescue Advisory Board 1993-2001. Additionally, a member of two Honor Guards Orange County and the Plantation of Leesburg. Doug was a fierce athletic competitor throughout his life, actively competing in: Baseball, Softball, Tennis, Golf and Darts. Doug was a beloved husband, father, uncle, grandfather, and friend to many. Doug is survived by his wife of 65 years, Patricia Sadewater whom he met serving on Rockford Fire Department. Doug is also survived by his two children; Eugene Bressler and spouse (Cathy) of Cookeville TN, Laura Olszewski of Leesburg, Fl. His surviving grandchildren are; Courtney Bressler, Chelsea Enochs and spouse (Jim) Enochs, Carrie Bressler, Landon Bressler, Jonathan Bressler and Victoria Bressler. Predeceased is his son David Bressler, sister Sharon Pierce, and parents Terrell and Myrtle Bressler. Dad, though his final years was blessed to be surrounded by friends and family who wove a wonderful web of support and love that were not only from the heart, but the inner depths of the soul. There are so many who did so much and we are all blessed as he was. We were overwhelmed, and reflect back on this with deep appreciation. A memorial service will be held April 4, 10 AM. Officiated by Reverend Edward Barnett, Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 130 South Lone Oak Dr Leesburg Florida. Military Honors will follow with private interment at a later date. Light refreshments to follow. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations made on behalf of Douglas E Bressler to Cornerstone Hospice House Mike Conley, 2100 Oakley Seaver Dr. Clermont, FL. 34711. www.cornerstonehospice.org click on Donate, Memory of Douglas E. Bressler Tree of Life. Or Gloria Dei Lutheran Church http://www.gloriadeielca.com Online condolences may be shared at www.BeyersFuneralHome.com.

Douglas E. Bressler

May 11, 1931 - March 22, 2023