James R. Kieser

James R. Kieser obituary, East Peoria, IL

James R. Kieser

James Kieser Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Gary Deiters Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. - East Peoria on May 14, 2025.

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James R. Kieser, 73, of Morgantown, PA, passed away on Monday, May 12, 2025, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria, IL. He was born in Peoria, IL on July 15, 1951, to Richard and Mabel (Cumby) Kieser.
He is survived by 3 children, Sara (Dominic Passerini) Kieser, James R. (Holly) Kieser Jr., and Jennifer Kieser; his fiancée, Donna Esdale; his sister, Dianna (Tom) Dixon; and 2 grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister; and two brothers.
James owned and operated JRK Enterprises, Inc. for many years.
Cremation rites have been accorded. Gary Deiters Funeral Home & Cremation Services in East Peoria is assisting the family.
Online condolences may be left at www.GaryDeitersFH.com.

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Camille Kieser

May 22, 2025

Jamie Jennifer and Dianna
I am so sorry for your loss
My prayers and thoughts are with you in this difficult time
May you Dad RIP now
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