Name: Visitation for George P. Kaiser
Start: 2017-12-29T17:30:00.000Z
End: 2017-12-29T18:00:00.000Z
Location: St. Mary Catholic Faith Community

Kaiser, George P. Of Hales Corners passed away unexpectedly on Christmas morning 2017 at age 85. Beloved husband to Arlene (Nowinski), married since January 11, 1958, just three weeks shy of their 60th wedding anniversary. Devoted father of Charles (Kristen), Jean, Paul (Maribeth), Andrew, Carol (Mary), and Lisa Kaiser. Proud grandfather of William, Robert, Matthew, Anastasia, and the late John Kaiser. Dear brother to Geraldine Prusak, Janet (Wayne) Jessup, Mildred Croson, Donald (Barbara) Kaiser, and Robert (Rosemary) Kaiser; and brother-in-law to Arnold Nowinski. He was preceded in death by his parents Alfred and Anna (Palokonis) Kaiser. George was born in St. Francis on October 2, 1932, graduated from Don Bosco High School in 1950, and joined his father working at Allen-Bradley. In 1953 he was drafted into the Army and served as a radar technician in Germany. Upon his return he enrolled in Marquette University Engineering School. George foresaw the growth of the electronics industry and became a sales engineer for Electrovert and then started his own business, Process Technology, a manufacturers' representative company, in 1969. He was active with his sons activities in Boy Scouts, was on the Hales Corners Planning Commission for 32 years, was a past president and long-time member of the Whitnall Park Rotary Club, and a Paul Harris Fellow. George was a sports car enthusiast, an avid gardener and fisherman, and a weekend cook. George was most proud of his children's scholastic achievements. Visitation Friday, December 29, 11:30 AM to 12:45 PM, St. Mary Catholic Faith Community, 9520 W. Forest Home Ave., Hales Corners. Funeral Mass at 1 PM. Memorials may be made to the Whitnall Park Rotary Club for its scholarship fund.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Dec. 27, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for George Kaiser

Sponsored by Hartson Funeral Home - Hales Corners.

8 Entries

Jack Hughes

December 21, 2023

I am back again to add to the memories that I wrote in the past when the opportunities were presented by the funeral home. George and I came out of military service in the mid 1950s, after serving during the Korean War. I met the Kaiser family while I was dating daughter Millie, and during our marriage. I remember Millie's parents, her sisters and brothers well. They were very welcoming while I was in there presence. I hope George's family iks comforted by the memories of his life with them. I found him to be a great friend, who helped me develop an interest in sports cars, something that has remained an interest of mine all of these years. Jack Hughes

Jack Hughes

December 21, 2021

I see from the record here on this website that I've written a number of remembrances in the past, all describing my relationship with George, my then brother-in-law. He was such a fine gentleman, worthy of the thoughts and comments of the many people who knew him, and who enjoy recalling his memory in our lives today.

Jack Hughes

December 21, 2021

This is such a fine system, providing us with a means of remembering someone and sharing the thoughts about the days we knew the person we want to honor.

Jack Hughes

December 21, 2020

I remember George well. He returned from the service at about the time I was dating his sister Millie. George was a great fan of sports cars, and I developed an interest in them soon after meeting him. His brothers Donny and Bobby were too young to drive at that time, but I'm sure George's interest in sports cars eventually influenced their car buying. I then owned two MG's and a Volvo during my fascination with those cars, the Volvo after Millie and I were married. We of course attended George and Arlene's wedding, and our Volvo was decorated for the event.

Jack Hughes

December 21, 2019

On this second anniversary of George's passing, I would like to add to the remembrances I wrote at that time. Most notable is that George was an avid sports car fan. He encouraged me to become interested in them. I bought a used 1951 MG, and later a used 1960 MG, both cars were great experiences. Millie and I bought a new 1858 Volvo several years after we were married, from the dealership where George worked for a time. Interesting how Legacy encourages this sort of annual remembering of people who passed away, so that they are not forgotten by friends and loved ones.

John Jennings

December 29, 2017

The students and faculty at Northern Illinois University will always be grateful to George for his support and generosity toward the Hybrid Microelectronics program at NIU back in the mid 70's. George and Process Technology provided us with both samples and technical guidance, and played a great role in helping Northern gain a foothold in the emerging hybrid microelectronics industry. Thank you, George, for your kindness; may you rest in peace.

Jack Hughes

December 29, 2017

I would like to extend my condolences to the Kaiser family I have many, many fond memories of the family. I remember when George returned from his military service. I was at his wedding with the family. I remember when Arlene's mother's finger was pinched in a closing car door when we were getting ready to leave for the wedding. I recently passed the Kaiser home on Howell Avenue near the airport. So many good memories. I hope the family has a few good memories of me. When Millie and I divorced, I suppose I was not considered the best of family members. I never remarried, which I hope says something about how I treasured my first. I am still in Milwaukee, in senior housing, and still bicycling almost daily. Again, my sincere condolences. Last week, I was at the funeral of my last sibling, Jean, who passed away at the noble age of 94 in Fond du lac.
Jack Hughes
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Sue, Diane (Hales Corners Womans Club) Galonski & Tipple

December 27, 2017

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
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