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GRIESER Kenneth A. Kenneth A. Grieser, 57, was killed in the early morning of Saturday, August 28, 2010, while traveling as a passenger in a vehicle on US 24 west near Grand Rapids, Ohio. Born June 27, 1953, in Napoleon, Ohio, he attended Our Lady of the Lakes Seminary, in Wawasee, IN. He graduated from Napoleon High School and Ohio University. He was a United States Army veteran, former owner of Mouse House Cheese, and current owner/ president of Napoleon Creamery Company. He also was employed by Therma-Tru Doors, Inc. for the past 10 years. He was an avid Detroit Tigers fan and member of Redeemer Lutheran Church. He is survived by his wife, Gail; a son, Winston Parker Andrew; three daughters, Stephanie Elizabeth, Victoria Angela, and Cynthia Lucille; mother, Lucille Grieser; four sisters, Deborah Armstrong, Jan (John) Stover, Ellen (Gary) Payne, and Pam (Phillip) Morrow; four brothers, Fred "Fritz" Grieser, Anthony "Tony" Grieser, Dan (Darlene) Grieser, and Chris (Christina) Grieser, and a host of nieces, nephews and dear relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Fred A. Grieser. A Christian Mass is 11 a.m. Thursday at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 202 W. Rudisill Blvd., Fort Wayne, with visitation one hour prior. Visitation also from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Klaehn, Fahl & Melton Funeral Home, Winchester Road Chapel, 6424 Winchester Road, Fort Wayne. Memorials should be directed to the Grieser Children Education Fund or Redeemer Lutheran Church. www.klaehnfahlmeltonfunerals.com

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Published by The Blade on Sep. 1, 2010.

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Winston and Tori Grieser

September 21, 2011

Evelene Littles

September 10, 2011

n and I are divorced I will always consinder Gail and Her children my reltives. I will pray for them.

This is how Ken's lifelong friendship with Jan and Deb started

October 2, 2010

Kenneth - We lived hard, loved hard, laugh a lot, produced four beautiful children... your legacy. You will be missed. Save a spot for us in heaven.

Gail Grieser

October 1, 2010

Proud Daddy @ Cynthia's Band concert

Gail Grieser

October 1, 2010

Ken and Drew - The proud uncle

Gail Grieser

October 1, 2010

Mom's 80th birthday

Gail Grieser

October 1, 2010

Grandfather, Father, Son Treasured moments

Gail Grieser

October 1, 2010

Ellen Payne

September 30, 2010

We will always continue to look for Kenneth. To listen for his wonderful voice, hear his 'belly laugh' and seek his wisdom on things that he always seemed to just know. His love of God and family was pure and true - it was that simple for him. Although our human hearts seem to be broken, we love you Gail, Stephanie, Winston, Victoria and Cynthia with all that we have left.

Fritz Grieser

September 29, 2010

Dear Family, The pain is still overwhelming but I'm sure Ken will help us with that too. On our countless golf outings he would tell me how much he loved you and how proud he was of all of you. Rest In Peace my dear, dear friend, mentor, and brother.

Fritz Grieser

September 29, 2010

Dear Family, The pain is still overwhelming but Ken will help us with that too. He told me repeatedly how much he loved all of you on our countless golf outings and how proud he was of you. Rest In Peace my dear, dear friend, mentor, and brother.

Tony Grieser

September 28, 2010

Dear Gail, Stephanie, Winston, Victoria, and Cynthia. It's been a month now that Ken's been called home, and I'm still talking to him every day. I'm hoping that his wisdom and love rub off a little bit on me. He displayed every quality that I wish I had more of. Husband, father, son, brother, friend - what a man. His insight and humor into everyday things astounded me. How he found time for everything was certainly a tribute to his wonderful character. I truly hope he knew how much I loved and admired him. My heart still aches for your loss, but I know that he is in heaven now waiting for us.

Jenny Gerken

September 20, 2010

Uncle Ken was nothing less than a great man who lived every day for his family. He is in heaven with Grandpa Fred smiling down on all of us with nothing but love in their hearts. Although they are dearly missed their legacy will never be forgotten. Love, Jenny

Pam Morrow

September 20, 2010

Dear Gail, Stephanie, Winston, Victoria, and Cynthia - It's still so hard to believe that our beloved Ken is really gone. He was always so full of life, laughter, and wisdom - and such a strong anchor to the family. I still miss him every day and my heart & prayers go out to all of you. God Bless and know that he's smiling down on all of you! Love, Pam

Lori Slagle

September 13, 2010

What a great man and great uncle. What a wonderful family we have... Thinking of you today, Ken.

Brothers

Chris Grieser

September 12, 2010

Dear Gail, Stephanie, Winston, Victoria, and Cynthia: I'm certainly not eloquent enough with my words to fully express the loss that we are feeling. I hope in time our sorrow is replaced by thoughts of the countless special moments that Kenny gave us. His zest for life, wisdom and sense of humor will be the memories that I will always cherish and so desperately miss. He was the most unique soul I have ever known and I'm so very lucky that he was my brother. He loved you all so very much and was always so proud of you all. You are his legacy and what a special legacy he has left us.
God Bless, Chris

Dan Grieser

September 11, 2010

Dear Gail, Stephanie, Winston, Victoria and Cynthia words seem so hollow at this time and yet that's all we have. You have lost a very special man and all our prayers and love go out to you. Find strength in his love we will all miss him deeply. Dan, Darlene and Jason

Deb Armstrong

September 10, 2010

Dear Gail, Stephanie, Winston, Victoria, and Cynthia:
I mourn so deeply the loss of our beloved Ken, yet even through the tears, my heart smiles so strongly with so many memories of him! Ken was always one of the wisest individuals I've ever known, with strong convictions and a strength of character that is just not found in everyone. His love for you was so strong; I hope that that knowledge will give you peace. Love always, Deb

scot scruta

September 9, 2010

Dear Dan & Darlene:

My prayers are with you both and to all the Griesers. I will always consider your family to be my family.

With Deepest sympathy,

Jan Stover

September 6, 2010

Dear Gail, Stephanie, Winston, Victoria, and Cynthia; My heart still breaks for you, for us, for our loss. I know that he is in a better place, but the ache is still so raw. I will miss him immensely. However, he taught us all so much about true faith in God, and we can gain strength in the knowledge that we will see him again in heaven someday. May God be with you all! Love you, Jan

Paula Velten

September 3, 2010

Aunt Ellen & Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. As you know, I lost my brother Danny in a motorcycle accident. He died instantly which I am thankful that he didn't have to suffer, but there was never a chance to say goodbye. I don't know if that would have helped in dealing with my grief, but I wish that I had had that opportunity. It was such a shock and I know that you are dealing with that too. I too know that there is nothing that can be said to "make" you feel better. Know however, that you do have the prayers of many friends and family right now and God alone will help you in dealing with your loss, if you allow him to.
My heart crys out for you in prayer. Heavenly Father, please provide your comfort, strength and peace to Ellen and all of her family and friends who are suffering from the loss of a brother, son, father and friend. May your will be done in their lives and may they look to you for comfort and strength. In Christ's name I pray, Amen.
Wish that I could be there to give you a hug.
Love,
Paula, Wade, Danielle and Lauren Velten

Howard Knipp

September 3, 2010

With deep sympathy to all the family,Howard Knipp

Ray D'Ascoli

September 3, 2010

Hi Ellen and Family, My thoughts and prayers go to all of you. Ellen, if there is anything I can do for you or your family, please let me know.

Gail Sloan

September 2, 2010

May the Holy Spirit be with all the relatives at this time of need. I was so sorry to hear of your loss. May God Bless you all. Gail Sloan

Nancy Yarnell Kaufman

September 2, 2010

Dear Gail, Lucy and ALL of the Greisers,
I am so proud that I knew Kenny and his brothers and sisters. I have fond memories of him through many trips back and forth between Leonard and Clinton Sts. and the alley in between! We will miss him. Hugs from the extended Yarnell family

Suzi (Glore) Yahney

September 2, 2010

I haven't seen Ken since high school, but as a good friend of his sister Deb, I saw a lot of him back in those days! He was a great guy then, and from the pictures here he obviously stayed that way. My prayers are with his family, and especially with Lucy, Deb, and Jan.

susan bruggeman

September 2, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult and sad time.Ken will be missed.He was a good freind and i have many memories of laughter and brilliant conversation with him.

Wife, Mother & Children

September 1, 2010

Family

Todd Brink

September 1, 2010

GOD BLESS AND KEEP YOU ALL.

September 1, 2010

Thinking of you in your time of sorrow. He will be missed by the Therma Tru Family.

Bill Danielson

September 1, 2010

I am deeply sorrowful for your loss, I worked with Ken for the last 1 year or so. I only talked with him 1/2 hour or so but he impressed me as an extremely well read and articulate man very polite and professional.

Shirley Davis

September 1, 2010

Dear Gail,
I was so sorry to hear of Ken's passing. He was a kind and considerate man. I pray you will find strength in the Lord to go through these sad days.

donald Dilley

August 31, 2010

may god bless u and watch over u in your time of need worked with ken for 10 years at therma tru he will be missed

August 31, 2010

Gail,
We just met Fri. evening after the game, I'am so sorry for your loss. Lean on our Lord and Saviour for the strength and understanding that only comes from Him.
Prays and Hugs to all of your family, Sally pepper.

Tony Biltz

August 31, 2010

I wish to express my deepest sympathy to the entire Grieser family. I have the good fortune of knowing most of you and also had the good fortune of knowning Ken like a brother. My thoughts and memories of him will be kept very near to my heart.

August 31, 2010

Dear Ellen, Gary and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Have faith and be strong.

Norm and June Davis

judi cotter

August 31, 2010

Lucy and entire Grieser Family,
Our sincere sympathy in your sudden loss of Ken. Sincerely Judi and Jerry Cotter and Family

Randy Schwaiger

August 31, 2010

My thoughts and prayers have been with the entire Grieser family since I heard the tragic news. I pray that God will help ease your pain in the days and weeks ahead. Please find comfort knowing he is now sharing eternal life together with God in his heavenly kingdom.

August 31, 2010

Dear Ellen, from the bottom of my heart, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. May he rest in peace. And please accept my condolence to you and your family. Peace and blessing, Barbara Shelton, Armonk, NY

Terry and Betty Fahy

August 31, 2010

To The Entire Grieser Family,
Terry and I grew up in Napoleon, Ohio and went to school with Ken...he was a friend. We were shocked to hear of his tragic dealth.Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Kelly Oberlin

August 31, 2010

Dear Grieser Family,
We are so sorry to learn of this tragic loss. God bless you all as you walk through this time of transition. You are in our prayers

deedee schrom

August 30, 2010

I would like to express my deepest and sincerest condolences to the family of Ken Grieser. I worked with him at therma tru for many years. He was a very kind and good man. He always talked about his wife and kids. He was always willing to lend a helping hand no matter what needed done or how tired he was. Working 3rd shift and having his cheese company and being a family man he pulled it all off with a smile and a kind word! I can honestly say the world was a better place for having him in it! He will truly be missed!!

Becky Kruse

August 30, 2010

Once again, my heart leapt into my throat upon reading of Ken's sudden death. It is double tragic as there was no time to say goodbye. Mrs. Grieser, no mother should ever have to bury a child; I am so, so sorry. And Gail, Ken has left a beautiful legacy in his loving family. Praying you find strength and solace in warm memories. Godspeed, Becky in Tulsa

Debra Wiley

August 30, 2010

Gail, I am so sorry for your loss. I pray for God's strength and His hand upon you and your family as you move forward. Love Deb Wiley

Stephen Budgell

August 30, 2010

My condolences to the entire Grieser clan. Losing a loved one is never easy but trust in God's plan for Kenneth. You all are in our prayers.

With Warm Regards, Paula Brown,

August 30, 2010

Mr. and Mrs. Grieser(s) and Family, How Do We Mend Our Broken Hearts, 'We Let Go and Let God'. Christina, My Daughter, I so wish that I could be there with and for you all. xoxo Momma P

Brian Brightstar Kovie

August 30, 2010

I send my Deepest Sympathies for this tragic moment in the Grieser family. My condolences and Prayers go out to the entire family and I continue to pray for peace as you go forward. My prayers go out to the children especially so they find solace in knowing their father is safe in Heaven. I will never forget the Great memories Ken has left for me on an annual trip to the Great White North, when he treated me like a good freind he had known his entire life.

Nina

August 30, 2010

My condolences to his family, he will be missed very much.
The La Margarita family.

Cori Gerken

August 30, 2010

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers in the days to come. God bless you and Kenny on this journey. Cori Collier Gerken

Jill Stokes

August 30, 2010

Gail, I'm so sorry for your loss. I think of you and the children often and our times at Zion. My prayers are with you and your family. May God give you strength through this difficult time.

August 30, 2010

My heart just jumped to my throat. Sudden death is an added pain on top of the "normal" reaction to a loss. I am so very sorry for all the Grieser clan, but especially to Mrs. Grieser: a mother should NEVER have to bury a child. "God enters through the wound." (Robert Bly)
Much love to each and every one of you. Godspeed, Becky Kruse in Tulsa, Oklahoma

michelle friend

August 30, 2010

i'm deeply sorry for your loss your family is in my prayers. Keep moving forward in his honor. God bless.

Cindy (Scruta) George

August 30, 2010

To the entire Grieser family: I grew up in Napoleon, Ohio, and graduated from High School with Ken. Ken was such an outstanding personality! I am sure he leaves a legacy of wonderful memories for one and all. Sincerely with Sympathy,

christina dunning

August 30, 2010

To the entire family and friends, may God bless you and help you in your time of need.

Norma Lickey

August 30, 2010

May God bless you all. If he was anything his sister and my dear friend, Ellen, he was a wonderful person. I am praying for you all.

Greg & Pam Fuller

August 30, 2010

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Tyler Fuller

August 30, 2010

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Becky Roady

August 30, 2010

Gail, I pray the wonderful memories of Kenneth you shared at Appleseed this summer will stay fresh until you see him again in Heaven. Winston, Stephanie, Victoria, and Cynthia, the world is a better place because your dad was in it and left you to carry on. In time you will see him in each other and in his grandchildren; honor him by becoming and raising people of good honor and strong faith.

Marcy Griebel

August 30, 2010

You have our deepest sympathy. Al now has ALZ but we do plan on sharing this sad news with him. May God bless you all and give you strength during this tragic time. Scott, Marcy & Alvin Griebel

Nancy Addington

August 30, 2010

May you find comfort in knowing you have many friends that truly care. Blessings to the entire Grieser family! Will always have many fond memories of growing up together in Napoleon. Nancy Saman Addington and the Saman family

Gerri Parkison

August 30, 2010

My heartfelt condolences to Mrs Greiser and your family, in this difficult time. I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts. Gerri Parkison

Travis Barman

August 30, 2010

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Friend of the Family

August 30, 2010

My Condolences to the Grieser Family, his Wife, Children, Mother & Family. My respect for Mr. Kenneth Grieser

Momma P

August 30, 2010

To the Grieser Family,
I am so sorry for the Loss of your Loved one. May your Memories of Kenneth bring you Comfort as you Reflect back on them. I met him briefly, but I knew him very well through My Daughter & Son in Law. I hope that God, along with the Love & Support of Family & Friends will help embrace you through this time of Pain and Sorrow. I am Praying for you, the Grieser Family & once again, Please accept my Condolences. Christina, My Love is with You and Your Family.

‘A Man of Admiration, Ken Grieser The Day I had to leave You when My Life on Earth was Through, God Picked Me up, & Hugged me & said, "I Welcome You."

Paula Brown

August 30, 2010

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