ESLER, Braddon Lee (Bill)

Today's News-Herald, Lake Havasu City, AZ - Posted: Sunday, January 18, 2015 - Braddon Lee Esler, “Bill,” died Dec. 31, 2014 in Lake Havasu City. He was 80. He was born to Earl and Helen Esler in Mason City, Iowa June 14, 1934. After serving in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, Bill lived in Orange County, Calif., where he married Randi Jean (Smith) Esler. He earned an associate degree from Orange Coast College and was a truck driver. He opened several gas stations and Orange German Motors in Anaheim, Calif., and Orange, Calif. He had a passion for mechanics, aircraft, football and driving truck. Bill eventually retired to the Chemehuevi Indian Reservation in Lake Havasu, Calif., where he enjoyed spending time with his family. Bill is survived by his sons, Ryan Blake Esler of Havasu Landing, Calif. and Val Esler of San Diego; daughters, Daylee Ann Esler of Havasu Landing, Calif. and Kari Esler; sister, Marnie Esler of California, and three granddaughters, including his beloved granddaughter, Bree Moreno of Havasu Landing, Calif. He also is survived by a special, close friend, Amber Leonard of Lake Havasu City. Bill impacted many lives in many ways. He will be missed by everyone who was fortunate to have known him. He was a hard man with a very soft heart. Services were placed in the care of Lietz-Fraze Funeral Home and Crematory. Thoughts and condolences may be sent to Esler’s family at www.lietz- frazefuneralhome.com.