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Doyle Geisler Obituary
Doyle E. Geisler, 78, of Burnettsville, died at 2:25pm, Saturday, March 16, 2013 at IU Health White Memorial Hospital, Monticello.
He was born November 22, 1934 in Carroll County to the late Vergil and Lucille (Hathaway) Geisler who survives in Monticello.
He married Dixie Musall on December 30, 1962 at the Idaville Church of God, and they just celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. Dixie survives in Burnettsville.
Doyle was a member of the Burnettsville Church of the Brethren. He taught Sunday school, was a deacon, and loved giving the children's message in his animated style. He was a sincere man who loved serving the Lord and helping others. He worked for RCA for over 20 years and retired from Indiana Packers in 2005 after 13 years of service. He was passionate about reading, gardening and lawn care. He was looking forward to spring so he could take care of his lawn. Mr. Geisler was very active in his church and with the Burnettsville community. He loved playing cards. Above all, he cherished his family and friends along with the time spent with them.
He is also survived by two daughters, Michelle (John) Blackburn of Delphi, Melody (Tony) Burns of Delphi; three sisters, Yvonne (Bobbie Joe) Maggart of Burnettsville, Judy (Gilbert) DeWitt of Logansport, Sally Martin of Rochester; two brothers, David Geisler of Logansport, Dick (Diane) Geisler of Logansport; eight grandchildren, Seth, Heidi, Alex (Hannah), Abbey, Clayton, Lydia, Ashley (Kyle) and Cameron; and one great-grandson, Zayne Isaac.
He was preceded in death by two brothers, Michal and Danney Geisler; sister, Cheryl Bernfield; and his son, Michael Geisler.
Visitation will be from 4pm to 8pm, Wednesday, March 20 at Springer-Voorhis-Draper Funeral Home.
Funeral services will be at 10:30 am, Thursday, at the funeral home with Rev. David Nishiser of the Burnettsville Church of the Brethren officiating. Military rites will be rendered following the services at the funeral home.
In keeping with Doyle's wishes of being cremated, there will be no graveside services.
A luncheon will be provided at the Burnettsville Church of the Brethren beginning at noon Thursday for family and close friends.
Memorial donations may be given to the Burnettsville Church of the Brethren. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
You may sign the online guestbook at http://www.springerfuneralhome.com/
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Doyle Geisler
Doris June Glassburn
March 25, 2013
Thinking of you Doris,Nona & Dixie, Know that God will be with you at this time. We do go back a long ways, wish I could of know your husband Dixie, Dick always spoke highly of him. our Prayers are with you & all of your family. Doris June (Read) Glassburn
Janice Malchow
March 24, 2013
Dixie and Family: Our deep sympathies are extended to you and your family. You are suffering a great loss, and we pray for your peace.
Ruth & Art Allison
March 21, 2013
Dixie and Family,
Thinking of you in your unexpected loss. Keeping you in our prayers.
Don Stair Sr.
March 20, 2013
Sorry for your loss . My prayers are with you along with cherished memories .
Don Stair Sr.
March 20, 2013
Sorry for your lose. Wish I could be there.
Tom Kempf
March 20, 2013
Dixie and family, Sorry for your lose. I will keep you in my prayers. Give my love to Lucile. Sorry I won't be there.
Belinda Hine
March 20, 2013
Melody and family,
So sorry for the loss of your father. Praying for you during this difficult time.
Lorien Stair-Spicer
March 19, 2013
Dixie & Geisler Family: My deepest sympathy goes out to you. I feel so blessed to have known and conversed with such a wonderful man. Our encounters were few, but, I cherish every one of them. I pray that God will ease your grief & pain. Keep the faith and know that He walks with you during this time. I love you all!!!
Jean Price Herrick
March 19, 2013
Dixie and family, I will miss seeing Doyle working on his yard and garden. Know I am thinking of all of you.
Nona Hollenbaugh
March 19, 2013
Dear Aunt Dixie, Melody, Michelle
Wasn't it special that we were able to share in the 50th reunion with you and Doyle. I will always cherish my memories of child care, family fun, and family reunions. My heart is filled with sorrow, but the memories make me smile. Sending hugs to all of you.
Stacy Fitzgerald
March 19, 2013
So sorry for your loss. Keeping the family in my prayers.
Bret and Vicki Brady
March 19, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Hoping your faith and memories sustain you in the coming days.
HOPE (PRATT) COGDILL
March 19, 2013
Dixie and family... all my thoughts and prayers to you and your families. Doyle was a wonderful man and will be missed.
Leona Talbott
March 19, 2013
Dixie and family,
Thinking of you all during this time of loss. My prayers are with you all. Have special childhood memories of Doyle.
Steve Read
March 19, 2013
Aunt Dixie - I am so sorry to hear. As you know, we had some really good times with Uncle Doyle. I remember those Sundays at Grandma's when all of the adults would be inside playing cards/talking, Uncle Doyle would be outside playing with us. You are in Vivian's and my prayers.
Sheri Johnson
March 19, 2013
So sorry to hear about Doyle. I miss seeing his smiling face at IPC. I am sure that he touched many hearts. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Natasha Jarrett
March 19, 2013
Dixie, Melody, Heidi and family,
I am extremely sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. May the Lord comfort you during your time of mourning.
Psalm 46:1 God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in times of trouble.
Dave & Pam Ridings
March 19, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all! So sorry for your loss.
Natasha Jarrett
March 19, 2013
Dixie, Melody, Heidi and family,
I am so very sorry to hear about your loss. My condolences go out to the entire family. I have continued to keep you all and the entire family in my thoughts and prayers as I know this is an extremely difficult time. May the Lord comfort you during this difficult time.
Psalms 30:5b: Weeping may endure for the night, but joy comes in the morning.
Ryan & Karen Gillen & Family
March 19, 2013
Melody, Tony & family - our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
John and Janie Petersen
March 19, 2013
Dear Dixie, You are in our thoughts and prayers. John and Janie (Wade) Petersen
Gerald & Lucile Berkshire
March 18, 2013
Dixie and family,
So sorry to read of Doyle's passing. Such a funny person!!! Know we are keeping you in our prayers.
March 18, 2013
Thank-You for everything Mr. Geisler. Your guidance when needed and your laughs remembered from a young age. You will be missed. Love Charity
Allen & Kim Rehm
March 18, 2013
Dixie & family,
So sorry for you loss. Doyle always made us laugh and he was such a kind and caring man. You are in our prayers .
Kay Kiser
March 18, 2013
Dixie and Girls, There are no words. The funny man with the hat will be missed. I'm praying for you.
Don and Kay Geisler
March 18, 2013
Dixie and family, we mourn the loss of Doyle. He was a great man and great cousin. We'll see you soon.
Don and Kay Geisler
Ed & Sue Geisler
March 18, 2013
Dixie and Family we are sorry for your loss of "Doc". What a good man he was. He will be missed by many.
Ed & Sue Geisler
March 18, 2013
Dixie and family, sorry to get the news of Doyle's passing. So sorry. Doyne and Patricia Nethercutt
Jim Markstone
March 18, 2013
To all friends and family,
I am sorry for your loss of a great man.
Suzy HAUSER
March 17, 2013
Dear Dixie and family,
I am so very sorry. Thinking of you.
Suzy Hauser
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