Margaret Ann Wessler

Margaret Ann Wessler, age 89, died on Friday, September 4, 2026, in Bartlesville, Oklahoma.

She was born on September 27, 1936, in Auburn, Nebraska to Thurl and Leone (Simpson) Rogge.

Margaret graduated from Liberal High School.

On March 29, 1952, Margaret and Richard Lee “Bud” Wessler eloped to Clayton, New Mexico. They raised three children and were married for 72 years until Bud’s passing on July 23, 2024.

Margaret spent many years as a Recovery Nurse at Southwest Medical Center, caring for others with the compassion and kindness that came so naturally to her. She was involved in many civic organizations, sororities, and clubs, and her faith was an important part of her life. She was deeply involved at First Christian Church and treasured the friendships and fellowship of her beloved Friday Night Group.

But to so many people, Margaret was simply “Mom”. She had a way of making everyone feel like they belonged. Her home was always open, there was always a seat at her table, and somehow there was always enough food for one more person. She loved to cook for her family and friends, but what she really oved was having them gathered around her. She welcomed people into her home and into her heart, and many people who were not family by blood became family because of Margaret.

Margaret loved to travel and see the world, but what made her adventures so special was the people she shared them with. She was always ready to pack a bag and go wherever someone invited her. Whether it was across town or across the world, Margaret was rarely one to say no to an adventure. She believed in enjoying life, making memories, and saying yes to opportunities to spend time with the people she loved. Her generous spirit, infectious warmth, and ability to make everyone feel at home will remain in the hearts of all who were fortunate enough to know her.

She is survived by her son, Richard Wessler and Debra Stewart of Granbury, Texas,

Daughter, Betsy Lawrence and her husband, Roger of Bartlesville, Oklahoma,

Honorary daughters, Denise Davis and her husband, Leighton of Bartlett, Kansas,

Debbie Lee Jens-Wessler of McHenry, Illinois, and

Karen Perry of Keller, Texas,

grandchildren, Chad Lawrence and his wife, Yasmin,

Hannah Lawrence and Wade Sturges,

Paige Meyer and her husband, Cameron,

Garrison Wessler,

Ryan Wessler and his wife, Chloe,

Erin Roberts and her husband, Matt,

Kailey Williams and her husband, Lee,

Jake Bullock

Honorary grandchildren, Tyler Davis and his wife, Stephanie,

Jonathon Davis and his wife, Camille,

Brendan Finley,

Paige Davis and her husband Nic Lopez,

Nine great grandchildren, Johnny White,

Peyton Meyer,

Harper Meyer,

Kaydence Roberts

Scarlett Roberts,

Elliott Williams,

Max Williams,

Ady Bullock,

Hazel Bullock,

and

Eight honorary great grandchildren.

Her sister, Bert Brown and her husband Gayle of Hardesty, Oklahoma.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Bud Wessler,

parents, Thurl and Leone Rogge,

Daughter, Sharon Kay Wessler,

Son, Robert Wessler,

Brother Thurl “Rocky” Rogge Jr.,

Brothers in Law Edward Wessler and Gerald Wessler,

Sisters-in-law, Caroline Wessler, and Alison Wessler,

Many Nieces and Nephews.

Visitation will be from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM, Friday, September 25, 2026, at the Hornung Family Funeral Home Chapel, 1212 W 2nd Street, Liberal, Kansas. The Family will be present to greet friends.

Funeral Services will be at 10:00 AM, Saturday, September 26, 2026, at the First Christian Church, 920 N. Jordan, Liberal, Kansas. Reverend Rex Petty will be presiding.

A burial will follow at the Kismet Cemetery.

Memorial contributions are suggested to The Journey Home Hospice, in care of Hornung family Funeral Home, 1212 W. 2nd Street, Liberal, Kansas

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.hornungfuneralhome.com