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1946

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2017

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Risto "Daniel" Pekka Kesonen Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 6, 2017.

Risto "Daniel" Pekka Kesonen age 71 of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida passed away on August 4, 2017 in Hospice of Palm Beach County after a battle with cancer with his loving family by his side.

Risto was born in Lahti, Finland on July 28, 1946 to the late Eino and Martta Kesonen. His family immigrated to Canada in 1952 and later moved to Toronto, Ontario, where he met his wife, Rene. He was a self-employed Venture Capitalist for 40 years. He loved extreme sports, skiing, tennis, travel and reading. He was very energetic and loved life; he could usually be found at the gym or walking on Juno Beach.

Survivors include his wife of 43 years; Rene Kesonen, daughters; Lauren and Kristen and granddaughter; Angelina and many friends and family, including brother; Arto and sisters; Else and Marja.

Memorial service will be held on Thursday, August 10, 2017 at 1:00 pm at Grace Immanuel Bible Church, 17475 Jonathan Drive, Jupiter, Florida 33477

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Leukemia/Lymphoma Society, lls.org or American Cancer Society, cancer.org.

Arrangements under the direction of Aycock-Riverside Funeral and Cremation Center, Jupiter, FL.

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January 3, 2018

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Jerry Rosen

I've been a business associate of Dan for over 25 years... I was his main market maker in his public companies for many years.. Dan was always the best and I always had a great relationship with him...I'm sorry for your loss...Its a loss to the World as well....RIP DAN

October 18, 2017

Peter Mulyk

Dear Kristen and Mrs Kesonen,

May I extend my sincere and heartfelt condolences to you and your family. During the last 10 years, it was indeed a pleasure to treat Mr. Kesonen in my office. His radiant demeanor and positive outlook on life will always be remembered.

May God bless you,

Dr Peter Mulyk, Chiropractor

September 19, 2017

Acquaintance

Diane Dalmy

Kristen - I check occasionally on the internet re Daniel's health and read of his passing August 4th. I am so very sorry. I worked for well over 12 years with Daniel on a number of companies. Each time we spoke we talked about finally meeting one another. That never happened and so very sad because I could always hear the infliction in his voice as to how much he loved life and travel and his family. Our discussions always included one of those subject matters. I can hear his voice now as I provide this message. My heart goes out to you and your family and his wife.

Diane

September 4, 2017

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Giovanni Peconio

August 14, 2017

So sorry for your loss May God give you strength and comfort.
Marguerite Wert

August 13, 2017

Janna and Scott Keller

Rene, Lauren, Kristen and Angelina sending our condolences. Thinking of all of you during this difficult time. He surely will be missed. Hope you can find comfort and peace in all of your wonderful memories.

August 11, 2017

Mary Semler

Prayers for the family I know he will be truly missed
Mary Jo Semler

August 9, 2017

Mary Miles

My dear Lauren, Angelina, Rene, and Kristen, I so wish you peace and comfort at this time. I wish I could take away your grief, I know he'll be missed terribly.

August 9, 2017

Mary Miles

My dear Lauren, Angelina, Rene, and Kristen, I so wish you peace and comfort at this time. I wish I could take away your grief, I know he'll be missed terribly.

All my love,
Mary and Lily Miles

August 9, 2017

Mary Miles

My dear Lauren, Angelina, Rene, and Kristen, I so wish you peace and comfort at this time. I wish I could take away your grief, I know he'll be missed terribly.

All my love,
Mary and Lily Miles

August 9, 2017

Mary Miles

My dear Lauren, Angelina, Rene, and Kristen, I so wish you peace and comfort at this time. I wish I could take away your grief, I know he'll be missed terribly.

All my love,
Mary Miles (and Lily)

August 9, 2017

Mary Miles

My dear Lauren, Angelina, Rene, and Kristen, I so wish you peace and comfort at this time. I wish I could take away your grief--I know he'll be missed terribly.

All my love,
Mary Miles (and Lily)

August 9, 2017

Sheryl Leach

So very sorry for your loss, praying that our Lord, family and friends can fill you with comfort and peace at this time and in the months to follow! Resting in the knowledge that Risto is no longer suffering! Love, Marty and Sheryl ❤❤

August 9, 2017

Sheryl Leach

So very sorry for your loss, praying that our Lord, family and friends can fill you with comfort and peace at this time and in the months to follow! Resting in the knowledge that Risto is no longer suffering! Love, Marty and Sheryl

August 9, 2017

Sheryl Leach

So very sorry for your loss, praying that our Lord, family & friends can fill you with comfort and peace at this time & in the months to follow! Love, Marty & Sheryl

August 6, 2017

Daniel's family and friends will miss him. Please accept my sincere condolences. May God provide power and strength to you at this very difficult time. Isaiah 40:29

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