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George Keiser

Bismarck, North Dakota

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George Keiser

George Keiser died peacefully Dec. 22, 2021, at Sanford Health, Bismarck, at the age of 75 after a courageous battle with ALS. Dec. 22 has historically been one of George's favorite days of the year, which he celebrated as "the first day of summer." We now...

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I didn't realize until now. My George passed in 2016. I'm so sorry and wish you all good memories.

George was a special man. He was friendly, witty and caring. He had integrity. All told, he was a pleasure to know. My condolences to his family and loved ones. As an insurance legislator, he was knowledgeable, opinionated, and appropriately flexible. He defended his position, but listened to others and could be persuaded with valid facts and points. His character and his skills were recognized by his insurance peers and by federal officials, greatly expanding his impact from the ND...

Rep. Keiser was a tremendous leader and a man of sterling integrity whom I will miss greatly.

I consider myself extremely fortunate to have known George Keiser in my service to him as President and member of the National Conference of Insurance Legislators (NCOIL) - and as a friend. George was a man of honor, of intellect and integrity. His quick wit and sense of humor made any time spent with him pleasurable. A straightforward, yet kind and gentle man, he always aimed for the higher good. The world will be a little dimmer without his bright light in it. My sincerest sympathies...

When I think of my mentor George Keiser, I will always think of A devoted husband, father and grandfather The personification of true friendship A small business owner, employee´s employer A quintessential devoted public servant A thought leader among his peers Someone who spoke nationally, acted locally Someone who listened, learned, taught Someone who taught me how to fly fish Someone who opened my eyes to the Big Sky above Someone who made the Peace Garden a state and people I will always...

Kathy and family, my sympathy to you all on the passing of my dear friend George. I had the honor of his friendship for more than 20-years and worked closely with him within 2 different legislative organizations. We also enjoyed great times together, including our visit to see the Red Sox and Yankees at Fenway Park in Boston with our seats just rows behind the Red Sox dugout. We left the game early with the Red Sox way behind, and then walked back to our hotel to see the Red Sox win while...