Kenneth B. Vosler III

Kenneth B. Vosler, 71, of Erickson Drive, Bradford, passed away Saturday January 28, 2023, at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center in Buffalo after a recurring battle with cancer.

Born on May 19, 1951, in Marietta, Ohio, he was a son of Kenneth and Imogene (Williams) Vosler Jr. In 1998, he married Gayle Tantalo, who preceded him in death March 7, 2021.

Ken lived in several towns during his childhood, ultimately graduating from Westwood High School in 1969. He then enrolled at Rider College in New Jersey, majoring in journalism and competing in Division I wrestling. As a freshman, he went on a 23-match winning streak before suffering a severe knee injury in what would be his final competition.

Despite his journalism degree, he started his professional career at Saratoga Hospital, picking up respiratory therapy skills on the job. He accepted a position in 1978 at Westland Hospital in Detroit. In 1980, he accepted a respiratory therapist position at Bradford Regional Medical Center.

He spent the rest of his career as a fixture at BRMC. Along with his long career in respiratory therapy, he spent several years running the sleep lab. 

Away from work, he had many interests. He liked Great Danes; learning about nature; Western, comedy, and action movies; and following the Giants (football and baseball). He was skilled at paint and pen-and-ink drawings, woodworking, and crossword puzzles. He enjoyed making others laugh, especially with his Halloween costumes.

Survivors include his former wife, Nancy Berlin; two children, Kendra (Steve Schiappa) Vosler of Bradford and Adam (Kristina) Vosler of Hinsdale, N.Y.; two sisters, Jan York-Vossler and Mary Lynn (Jim) Johnson of Mason, Ohio; one brother, John Vosler of St. Louis; four grandchildren, Madeline, Jay, Avery, and Elliott; three nieces; and seven nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife.

Friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Ken’s Life on Saturday, July 8, 2023, from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm at his residence, 23 Erickson Drive in Bradford.

In lieu of memorials, convince yourself or someone you care about to quit smoking.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

 

HOLLENBECK-CAHILL Funeral Home

33 South Avenue • Bradford, PA 16701

All Condolences -

so sorry to hear about Ken. him and Gayle took me into their home as a complete stranger to help out a friend. they were great to me and helped me move on with my life. rest in peace both of you
— jane dickerson

Ken got me to become a Respiratory Therapist. He taught me a lot. We had a lot of fun working together. I was just thinking about him the other day. He tried so many times to quit smoking. Gotta give him credit for trying. I''m proud to say he was my friend. May God grant him peace.
— Larry

Ken was one of the great ones. Always seeing the best in things and always with a sense of humor. I’ll always cherish the memories made with him - especially playing James Taylor while he nailed the harmonica solos! Rest in peace, friend.
— Mollie Janowiak

Ken came to town and work for my brother Pat. We had alot of laughs when I visited. Then he worked with my wife Barb and she enjoyed his sense of humor. He will be missed
— Tim Fox

So sorry for your loss. Kenny was a great friend….
— Mary Porter

Condolences

  • so sorry to hear about Ken. him and Gayle took me into their home as a complete stranger to help out a friend. they were great to me and helped me move on with my life. rest in peace both of you

    — jane dickerson
  • Ken got me to become a Respiratory Therapist. He taught me a lot. We had a lot of fun working together. I was just thinking about him the other day. He tried so many times to quit smoking. Gotta give him credit for trying. I''m proud to say he was my friend. May God grant him peace.

    — Larry
  • Ken was one of the great ones. Always seeing the best in things and always with a sense of humor. I’ll always cherish the memories made with him - especially playing James Taylor while he nailed the harmonica solos! Rest in peace, friend.

    — Mollie Janowiak
  • Ken came to town and work for my brother Pat. We had alot of laughs when I visited. Then he worked with my wife Barb and she enjoyed his sense of humor. He will be missed

    — Tim Fox
  • So sorry for your loss. Kenny was a great friend….

    — Mary Porter