Rodney K. Dressel, 74, passed away on March 27, 2019 in Orange Park, FL.  He was born to the late Warren John and Lorraine Ann (Christianson) Dressel on January 4, 1945 in Chippewa Falls, WI.  Rodney came to the area in 1995 from Hinesville, GA and was honest and loyal to all who knew him.  Before retiring from Gibson McDonald Furniture, Rodney retired after proudly serving in the United States Army for 22 years and through two tours in Vietnam. He was a dedicated husband, father and grandfather.  He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Gordon Dressel and his sister, Judy Denninger.

Rodney is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Edith Dressel; sons, Patrick Dressel (fiancée, Karen) and Bobbie Dressel; sister, Janet Hodowanic (David); sister-in-law, Belinda Dressel and his grandchild, Bristin T. Green.

A memorial service will be held at 10:00am on Monday, April 8, 2019 at the First Baptist Church of Middleburg.  The inurnment, with full military honors, will follow at 1:00pm at the Jacksonville National Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to Haven Hospice - Custead Care Center in Orange Park, FL for all of the care and compassion they showed to Rodney.