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Richard Kaiser Obituary
November 17, 1955 - February 24, 2025
Richard G. "Rich" Kaiser, age 69 years, passed away February 24, 2025, at his home in McCelland, IA. Rich was born November 17, 1955, to the late Edwin "Dick" and Delores Kaiser in St. Louis, MO. Some of Rich's accomplishments were, being named Manager of the Year multiple times while working at Hardees. At TD Ameritrade, he was winning stockbroker, named in Circle of Champions multiple times. Rich was an EMT, Fire Chief, First Responder for City of McClelland. He was past president of Iowa Palomino Horse Breeders of America, traveling the country with Connie to show horses.
Rich was a longtime St. Louis Cardinals and Blues fan, Eagle Scout, master gardener, loved country dancing and made friends everywhere he went.
Rich was especially proud of his three accomplished grandchildren.
Rich is survived by wife, Connie; daughters, Melisa (Justin) Pekny, Melanie (Patrick) Ennen; grandchildren, Reese and Cole Pekny, Maverick Ennen; brother, Edward (Kim) Kaiser; sister, Helen Kaiser; other loving family and friends.
Service, Friday, February 28, 2025, 10 a.m., at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Council Bluffs. Visitation, Thursday, February 27, 2025, from 5 to 7 p.m., at the Cutler-O'Neill-Meyer-Woodring Bayliss Park Chapel.
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Helen Kaiser
March 22, 2025
Rich, was a good brother to me. He was a good father to Melisia& Melanie. I was always enjoying his time with his. But I will miss him. I love you brother. Helen.
Eva Kinnaman
February 27, 2025
Richard was quite a generous and caring man. He always had a hardy laugh, where I work many of us were given jars of pickles I believe they are legendary. When we were told that he´d passed we were all devastated. He will be greatly missed and Connie and family will be in our prayers.
Terry and Grace
February 27, 2025
Rich was our beloved brother-in-law and he will be very missed. He was a good family man and an asset to the community.
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