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David Kaiser Obituary
David Don Kaiser passed into eternity October 16, 2016 at The Meadows at Winn Prairie due to complications from Alzheimer's Disease. David was born in Freeport on November 30, 1939 to John and Nellie (nee' Howe) Fickert. David was adopted and raised by Merl and Marian ('nee Barnds) Kaiser. He was a lifelong resident of Cedarville, IL. In his early years, Mr. Kaiser would help his father build and remodel homes. After graduating from Freeport High School in 1956. He attended Bradley University in Peoria, IL, graduating in 1961 with a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering. He began working at Honeywell (Micro Switch) during summers in college, then joined the company full-time after graduation. He spent 37 years at Honeywell. He met his wife, Charlotte at work and they were married in 1964 at First Lutheran Church in Freeport. Mr. Kaiser loved his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, and was devoted to his family. He will be remembered as having passion for adventure, engineering, creativity and hard work. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Charlotte Kaiser, nee' Gryte, of Grand Forks, ND; his sons, Erich Kaiser, Aaron Kaiser and Brad Kaiser; his daughter, Kortney Kaiser; his adopted sister Deanna (Don) Forrest, nee' Kaiser; his grandchildren; Brody, Kwynsee and Karsyn Kaiser; his biological sister and brother Joan and Bill as well as many close friends. He was preceded in death by his biological sister and brother's Joyce, Ron and Jackie; daughter-in-law Karie Kaiser, nee' Rakow.
A visitation will be held Thursday evening October 20, 2016 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Park Hills Church in Freeport. The Home Going Celebration will be this Friday October 21, 2016 at 2 p.m. at Park Hills Church. He will be laid to rest at the Cedarville Cemetery immediately following the service. Please join our family for a reception back at the church at 5 p.m. A memorial fund will be set up under David Kaiser Memorial Fund for the Benefit of World Gospel Outreach in Tegucigalpa, Honduras where he served 5 short term mission trips to build orphanages. Please sign David's guestbook and share a memory at www.burketubbs.com.
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Barb Bazala
October 28, 2016
Rest In Peace Dave, I remember working with him at Micro and one time you were walking home because car run out of gas and stopped and picked you up, that was after we both had retired.
Tammy Witt
October 24, 2016
Kaiser family,
So sorry for the loss of your wonderful Father! What a great man he was and I remember him picking Mike and I up every Wednesday to go to Awana's. Even though we were Catholic, that experience has shaped me into who I have become. I talk about him often with my church leaders here in Fond du Lac and how he cared about not only children who were friends with his children but he cared about our souls in the world after this one. What an inspiration his life is to all of us. Prayers for you during this time.
Terry Sueltman
October 22, 2016
I remember Dave well from Micro Switch days, and mostly from playing racquet ball with him at the Y. He was very a competitive player, who had the best serve of anyone I played. He was a gentleman with a good sense of humor, and a lot of personal energy. My thoughts go out to Dave's family.
Don and Deb Swenson
October 19, 2016
Uncle Dave will be greatly missed. Growing up and watching him perform fantastical feats on the water, marvelling at his craftsmanship and skill in building his house, grinning from ear to ear as he watched Erich, Brad, and Don replace the bathroom floor when he was no longer able to so himself, his love for the Lord...these are the things I'll remember. It's wonderful to know he's walking streets paved with gold with his Lord and Savior, whole in body and mind. Our love to all of you in this time of loss and transition. I wish we could be there with you.
Much love, Don and Deb
Connie Entwistle
October 19, 2016
My condolences go our to Char and family. I remember Dave well and he was a shining star at Honeywell. I gave him a few rides home from work when he needed a lift. Prayers!
October 19, 2016
Dave was my cubicle mate when he transferred to Quality Engineering. Dave & Char were friends and our New Years Eve grilling steaks in the snow became an annual event the 3 years we worked together. My son still remembers helping Dave clear the land where their home now stands. Char, we keep you in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time. Bill & Sharon Acuff
Kirk Holmes
October 19, 2016
Sincere condolences to the family & friends of Dave. One of the many good people from Micro Switch I enjoyed working with. God bless.
Bruce and Susie Donker
October 19, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with Char and the family. May God comfort you and give you strength at this time. Much love to all of you.
October 18, 2016
Dave was such a friendly guy, he will be missed more than words can explain. I appreciate having worked with him for so many years at Micro. I will miss his soft spoken words and friendly smile. I am saddened by his passing but take comfort that he will now be in heaven.
Lynn and Sheryl Folgate.
Charity Schneider
October 18, 2016
May David rest in peace..was an honor to take care of such a kind soul...
John and Sharon Watz
October 18, 2016
We lift David and his family up with out prayers. He was a great friend.
John and Sharon Watz, Pollock, LA
October 18, 2016
Our deepest sympathy to you Char and your family. Knowing Dave and his deep faith has given me the strength to persevere with my frustrating mission work in Haiti. Dave was Always one with A soft spoken kind word for everyone.
I will miss him physically but He will continue to be with me spiritually.
He will be looking down upon Us forever.
Bob Folgate
Jim Seeman
October 18, 2016
David will be remembered as a friend and classmate. My condolences to his family and friends.
Dorothy Lockard
October 18, 2016
My deepest sympathy to all Dave's family.
My heart goes out to you knowing how much he was loved.
I always enjoyed the times we all spent together thanks to Don & Dede.
Rest in Peace Dave, you will be missed.
Love & God Bless!
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