Heather Kahler

Heather Kahler

SALISBURY — In loving memory of Heather Kahler, wife of Michael Kahler, youngest daughter of Ann and Stewart Hoskins and sister of Lee (Hoskins) DiCesare. Heather passed away peacefully in her home on Oct. 15, 2021, surrounded by her family. She leaves behind her loving husband, Michael; daughters Michelle, Robin and Sharon; son-in-law Bob; and grand-daughter Kayden.

Heather was born in Bronxville, N.Y., moved to Lakeville at 4 years old and grew up in Lakeville, while her parents Ann and Stewart Hoskins purchased and ran The Lakeville Journal.   She enjoyed living on Lake Wononscopomuc with her family and her dog, Thor. At age 21 she married Michael Kahler, who at the time had just opened Stagecoach Hill Inn in Sheffield, Mass., where they had their three daughters.

At age 35 Heather and family moved to England and raised their family in various locations in the U.K. before returning to the United States.

Heather had several careers including innkeeper, restaurant manager and teacher.

After retirement Heather and Michael traveled the world, living in the USA, Canada, Switzerland, China, Spain and France and then returned to Lakeville, her roots.  She loved Lakeville, and always considered it her home with fond memories of growing up swimming and canoeing across the lake.

Heather was persistent and completed her bachelor’s degree later in life. She worked as both a substitute teacher and taught English as a second language to students internationally.  She was a devoted mother, wife and grandmother, incredible hostess and enjoyed playing checkers and gin rummy.

In her last years, she was cared for by her family, close friends and incredible aides.  You will be missed Heather, mum, mom, mummy, granny and Aunt Hedy. May you find incredible peace on your journey.

Heather will be cremated, and her ashes buried in the family plot at Salisbury Cemetery. There will be a celebration of life on Nov. 14. Please email kahlercelebration@gmail.com for time and location.

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