Main Street names NAPA Auto as Business of the Month

Started in 1990 as Kessler’s Auto Supply by Cathy Kessler, this small-town NAPA Auto Parts has always been known by its big attitude and unusual mostly all-women crew.

Cathy created a loyal customer base by having an unrivaled knowledge of parts and a tenacity like no other. Crystal Irle joined the crew in 2010 and soon worked her way to becoming Cathy’s right-hand woman.

Crystal spent the next five years soaking up everything thrown at her. Coupled with Cathy’s strong, independent character and business savvy mentorship, Crystal strove to be the best parts woman and parts store around. Crystal became partner over in 2015.

From there, the business took off. Crystal’s husband and right-hand man Brad, spent much of his free time answering parts and mechanical questions to feed her huge curiosity in everything auto and truck related. Brad helped with the heavy lifting, paperwork and anything else he could do.

In January 2020, the husband-wife duo celebrated Cathy’s retirement after 30 years in business and the small-town favorite auto parts became Irle Auto and Truck Parts. Without the loyal, customers and community, this family-owned small business wouldn’t still be here. The Irles give their thanks, love and support to the longtime and loyal employees who stand with them every day to give their customers the best care and supply that they can. Irle’s crew is comprised of SueAnn, a proud Navy veteran with 12 years on the sea; Brittney, seven years with Irle Auto and always smiling, bright personality; Dawn, Crystal’s own sister with five years on the team.

The team specializes in agricultural, truck and heavy-duty supplies. The all-girl crew can knock out your hydraulic hoses, hard to find parts, odd questions, and everything in between.

Thank you to our customers who are as mush our friends as they have become our family.