Donald J. "Tuggar" Kaiser Jr.
Donald J. "Tuggar" Kaiser Jr.
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Born on August 28, 1955, in Elizabeth, NJ, he was the son of the late Donald J. Kaiser, Sr., and Patricia (Eick) Kaiser
Tuggar was a lifelong trucker, owning and operating Donald J Kaiser Jr. Trucking as well as Kaiser's Mulch in Bangor, PA.
Tuggar was one of one, a good man who would do anything for a friend in need. He loved his family, the preservation of Brockway trucks, and spending time with his Husky Hauler buddies. He loved attending his kids' and grandkids' sporting events, stopping on the way home at Daisy Dairy Bar for ice cream and putting black pepper on everything.
He was a 1973 graduate of Phillipsburg Catholic High School. While not a devout catholic the rest of his life, he did not eat meat on Fridays in Lent.
In addition to his wife, Dawn, Tuggar is survived by his daughter, Dylan Kaiser, and sons, Donald J. Kaiser, III, and his wife Allee, and Derek Kaiser, and his partner Gemma Bozzi, two step-daughters, Jamie Jahada and her partner David and Jessie Jahada, two sisters, Susan Cartel, and her husband Todd, and Phyllis Kaiser, and her partner Jim, and two brothers, Joseph Kaiser, and his wife Cindy, and William Kaiser and his partner Lori Frankenfield, seven grandchildren Kaen, Donald IV, Della and Madi Kaiser, Anthony Knight and his partner Hannah, Aniston Call, Tess Jahada and her partner Eric, and three great-grandchildren Cameron, Caliegh, and Carson Smith.
Family and friends are invited to a memorial gathering from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Saturday, February 21st, at James J. Palmeri Funeral Home, 6602 Alpha Avenue, Martins Creek, PA. A private Celebration of Life will be held at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Fightin' Foran's Foundation, fighting to cure pancreatic cancer. https://www.fightinforansfoundation.org/
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LYNN
January 12, 2026
My deepest condolences to all of Tuggar's loved ones. Tuggar was a truly wonderful person who was so kind and considerate. He will be deeply missed by many. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Alan Siberini
January 11, 2026
With love, my deepest condolences,
Tuggar was an honest kind gentle man who deeply loved his kids, grandkids and his whole family. He wanted the best for all of them a true family man and a true loyal friend.
He always found time to help people he will be missed by all.
Tuggar was an encyclopedia of knowledge and always shared his wisdom when needed
I am grateful. I have good memories with Tuggar that I will hold close to my heart.
I will see you on the other side one day, my Friend....
Thank you for your Friendship....
Alan Siberini.
Stevens Family
January 9, 2026
To Dawn, Dylan, Donald & Derek and family- Our hearts are with all of you. Hoping your happy memories bring some peace during this difficult time. Sending love across the miles, The Stevens Family from Flicksville Rd.
Gary and Deb Miller
January 9, 2026
The Kaiser Family
We are so sorry to hear of Tuggar´s passing. May God bless you in your time of sorrow. Let all your wonderful memories see you through.
The Miller Family
Gary, Deb, Tiffany, and Tyler
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Connie Butcher
January 9, 2026
To the Kaiser family ,
Words cannot express how sad I am to hear of Tuggar´s passing. I worked with him for many years and he was the kindest gentleman I ever knew. He was a good man and excellent father. He will be missed by everyone he knew. May he rest in peace, he will always remain in my heart. God Bless.
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