Steven C. Geisler

Steven C. Geisler obituary, Watseka, IL

Steven C. Geisler

Steven Geisler Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Knapp-Redenius Funeral Home - Gilman on Jun. 11, 2025.

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Steven C. Geisler, 72, of Gilman passed away on May 31, 2025 at Citadel of Kankakee. He was born on September 13, 1952 in Kankakee, a son of Clarence and Grace (Schuster) Geisler and they preceded him in death in addition to one brother, Paul Geisler; two sisters, Barbara Tofari and Carol Brandenburg; and two brothers-in-law, Dennis Tofari and Rob Reitz.
He is survived by one sister, Gayle Reitz of Danforth; one brother, Joe (Barbara) Geisler of Kankakee; sister-in-law, Deborah Geisler of Bradley; brother-in-law, Ron Brandenburg of Watseka; and several nieces and nephews.
A private graveside service will be held at Brenton Twp. Cemetery in Piper City. Pastor Jim Harkins will officiate.
Memorials may be made to the donor's choice.
Arrangements are by the Knapp-Redenius Funeral Home in Gilman.
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