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William Gieseler Obituary
WILLIAM GIESELER
ALGER — William L. "Bill" Gieseler, age 73, died unexpectedly on Tuesday, December 13, 2016 at 3:32 PM.
He was born on March 2, 1943 in Dayton, Ohio to Harold L. and Dolores Kathryn (McGlumphy) Gieseler who preceded him in death. On November 16, 1968 Bill married Paula K. Scott and she survives in Alger.
Bill retired from Proctor and Gamble of Lima where he had worked as a technician. He attended the Union Chapel Missionary Church, Lima. Bill was a U.S. Air Force veteran who served during the Vietnam War. Bill loved the Lord with all his heart. He started a missionary program in Okinawa while in the service that still carries on today. He was always involved in the church, including being a Sunday school teacher and serving on the church board. Bill read the Bible in five languages and could speak in three languages.
He is also survived by four sons and a daughter: Chad Gieseler of Alger, Jason (Elizabeth) Gieseler of Fenton, MI, Robin (Amanda) Gieseler of Delaware, Justin Gieseler of Middleburg and Heidimarie (Joseph) Hunsaker of Bluffton; seventeen grandchildren; and a brother, Charles Gieseler of Dayton.
He was preceded in death by a sister, Carol Jane Gieseler.
Funeral services will begin at 11:00 AM on Monday, December 19, 2016 at Union Chapel Missionary Church, 4869 Ada Road, Lima, Ohio 45801 with Pastor Mark Bayliff officiating. Burial will be in Preston Cemetery, Alger with graveside military services conducted by the Ada VFW Post #9381 Honor Guard.
Friends may call from 2:00 to 6:00 PM on Sunday, December 18, 2016 at Union Chapel Missionary Church, 4869 Ada Road, Lima, Ohio 45801 and one hour prior to the service on Monday at the church.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to WTGN Radio Station at 1600 Elida Road, Lima, Ohio 45805. Condolences may be expressed at www.hansonneely.com
Arrangements are by Hanson-Neely Funeral Home, Alger
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Memories and Condolences
for William Gieseler
December 19, 2016
Dear Paula & Family, I'm so sorry to learn of the death of your husband. I grieve with you in your loss but rejoice with you in knowing where Bill is. What a comfort we have in knowing we'll be together once again, never to part. So sorry I couldn't be there at the funeral. Love and Prayers, Betty Moore Cognion
Ray & Debbie Grover
December 19, 2016
We were so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. We both knew him from working at Procter & Gamble. He was always so pleasant. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
God Bless.
Ray and Debbie Grover
JJ and Katie Bilimek
December 19, 2016
Justin, Paula, and family: Our deepest sympathies go out to you. We hope you will quickly find comfort in knowing Bill has gone home to be with the Lord. God Bless your family at this time and always. - JJ and Katie Bilimek
Ron and Lori Stevenson
December 17, 2016
Justin and family,
You have our deepest sympathy and I want you to know that prayers are being offered up for all of you.
Chuck Gieseler
December 16, 2016
Dearest brother, Well done, good and faithful servant! I'm missing you terribly. God speed till we meet again. Love forever and always!
Vicki Mohler
December 15, 2016
Bill will be truly missed. I was proud to call him my cousin. I pray for the peace & strength you will all need. If you need anything just call. Love to you all.
December 15, 2016
Thank You Sir For Your Service To Our Country.
Joann and Dwight Groman
December 15, 2016
Our deep love and sympathy to Paula and family. May God's presence be felt and may he give you peace. The extent of our grief is a measure of the depth of our love, so we know the grief will be great because Bill was such a loved man. We will miss him too.
Rick&Marilee Bible
December 15, 2016
we are so very very sorry to hear of Bill's passing. Our prayers are with you and the family
Kent and Becky Mongold
December 14, 2016
Praying for friends to Comfort you, Faith to uphold you, and Loving Memories to help you smile again. Thinking of you all!
penny wallen
December 14, 2016
im am so very very sorry for your loss he was such a good man and a friend my heart and prayers go out to u paula and your familey
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