Christopher “Scott” Gessinger, 48, of Coldwater passed away Sunday, October 24, 2021 at his home under hospice care after a courageous battle with cancer.
In following his wishes, cremation has taken place and a graveside service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, October 30, 2021 at South Scott Cemetery in Angola with Military Honors being presented by the Coldwater American Legion Post #52.
The family was cared for by Dutcher Funeral Home.
Christopher was born January 11, 1973 to Vicki Trent in LaGrange, IN. His mom passed away when Scott was six. Scott was raised by his grandparents Robert and Leora Gessinger.
After high school graduation, he joined the U.S. Navy where he became a Hospital Corpsman. Scott earned a National Defense Service Medal and was awarded the Meritorious Unit Commendation. He also qualified as an expert in both pistol and rifle marksmanship.
In 2005 Scott was invited to Cobra Gold while in the Navy, which emphasized joint military training, civic action, humanitarian assistance and disaster relief involving the United States, Thailand, South Korea, Malaysia, Japan, Indonesia and Singapore.
After leaving the Navy, he studied Psychology under the US GI Bill and later he completed a Bachelor’s Degree and RN License with a minor in Psychology. As well as working as an RN, Scott also owned a business as an orthopedic salesman.
On July 7, 2007 he married the love of his life, Angela Baird. Together they created many memories, including traveling in their motorhome while working across the country in the medical field. He had a passion for cooking, which his grandmother instilled in him.
Scott was a “rock hound” and enjoyed the outdoors. His grandparents peaked his interest in traveling at an early age when they took him on many RV trips in his younger years.
Scott will be remembered for his loving and kind spirit. He will be dearly missed by those who knew and loved him.
Scott is survived by his wife of 14 years, Angela Gessinger of Coldwater and his grandfather Robert Gessinger of Angola.
He was preceded in death by his mother Vicki Trent; and his grandmother Leora Gessinger.
Memorials may be directed to the Humane Society of Branch County or the Steuben County Animal Shelter. www.dutcherfh.com
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