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William Geiser Obituary
SPRINGFIELD - William Raymond "Bill" Geiser, formerly known as William R. Gieser, 63, of Springfield, died at 7:21 p.m. Saturday, March 8, 2008.
Bill was born June 28, 1944, in Chicago, the son of Raymond Wesley and Patricia Margarite Hartung Gieser.
Bill graduated from St. James Trade School in 1962 before serving his country in the Navy from 1962 through 1965.
Preceding Bill in death was his father, Raymond Wesley Gieser.
He is survived by his mother, Patricia Gieser; brothers, Richard and Michael Gieser of California; and his sister, Eileen Gieser of California.
Family will receive friends from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 18, 2008, at Kirlin-Egan and Butler Funeral Homes, 900 S. Sixth St.
Graveside ceremonies will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, March 18, 2008, at Camp Butler National Cemetery. Military honors will be provided by the U.S. Department of Defense.
Please visit Bill's online life story at www.butlerfuneralhomes.com to offer condolences.
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John (Red) Leonard
March 19, 2008
Rest in peace my friend (classmate) from St. James Trade School. I fondly remember the times I picked you up at Union Station when you were in the Navy. My family and I truly enjoyed your visits with us when you were on leave. Till we meet again my friend. John (Red) Leonard
Vicki
March 16, 2008
My deepest sympathy for the Geiser family.
March 15, 2008
My prayers are with Pat and her children at this very difficult time. I also prayer for Bill. May God show his mercy on Bill and take him home to where he will find peace.
Kathy, Greg, Erich and Stefan, former neighbors
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