DENNIS EDWARD WISER

Dennis Edward Wiser, 73, passed away Thursday, April 18, 2013, surrounded by loved ones after a difficult battle with Melanoma. Dennis was born October 21, 1939 in Kansas City MO. He was raised by his beloved grandparents, Stan & Evelyn Saylor. As a young man, Dennis enjoyed working at Katz Drugstore. He also spent many summers in Estes Park, CO, where many fond stories were retold by Dennis. Dennis graduated from SW High School in 1958, attended UMKC and later joined the Air Force. It was in the Air Force he mastered his famous chili cooking skills! Dennis had one true love in life, his wife Janette, whom he met on a blind date. They danced hand in hand through life for 51 years. While raising four children Dennis had a successful 25+ year sales career at Cook Paint. Dennis' job took them to Grand Rapids, MI, where they spent the next 20 years where he enjoyed being with with his sons but Returned to KC in 2009 where his heart, son and daughter resided. Dennis was a devoted husband, father, and friend. He had a magnetic personality. Always a genuine smile and kind word to say to a stranger or friend. Passions included historic KC, art, theatre, gardening, dancing, music, his dogs and most importantly his 5 o'clock Scotch! Dennis is survived by his soul mate of 51 years, Janette, four children David Wiser (Tina); Rick Wiser; Allison Karges (Craig); Christian Wiser (Kerry) and 8 grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Hospice House and The Humane Society. Memorial services will be held 2 p.m. Monday, April 22 at the Country Club Christian Church in the chapel.