George Edward Kaiser

1939 - 2013

George Edward Kaiser obituary, 1939-2013

BORN

1939

DIED

2013

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Kraft Funeral Service

708 East Spring Street

New Albany, Indiana

George Kaiser Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 4, 2013.

GEORGE EDWARD KAISER, 73 years of age, died Saturday, May 4, 2013 at Kentuckiana Medical Center in Clarksville, Indiana. George was born June 17, 1939 in New Albany, Indiana to the late William H. and M. Mildred (Day) Kaiser. He was a graduate of Our Lady of Providence High School in Clarksville, IN and St. Edward's University in Austin, TX. Along with his brothers, George was Owner/Operator of Kaiser Wholesale, Inc. in New Albany where he held the position of CEO. He was a member of Knights of Columbus Cardinal Ritter Council, St. Vincent DePaul Society and Holy Family Catholic Church in New Albany. George had an impressive recall of sports statistics that complimented his passion for his favorite teams, Indiana University and Notre Dame. In his retirement years, he enjoyed playing cards and playing golf with his friends; but more importantly, he treasured watching his grandchildren grow up. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Jack and Louis Kaiser; and sister, Darlene Kaiser.

Survivors include his wife of 52 Years, Ruth Ann Uhl Kaiser; children, Sheryl King, MD (Ed), Chris Kaiser (Julie), DeAnn Burns (Dan) and Becky Wenning; sister, Joyce Krementz (Rich); brother, William Kaiser; and grandchildren, Joe, Doug, Helen, Will and Sally King, Morgan, Kate and Kendall Kaiser, Danielle, Aaron, Alec and Rachel Burns, and Derek and Josie Wenning.

Visitation will be 11:00 am ~ 8:00 pm Tuesday at Kraft Funeral Service, 708 E. Spring Street, New Albany, Indiana. His Funeral Mass will be 11:00 am Wednesday at Holy Family Catholic Church with burial to follow at St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery in New Albany, Indiana.

Expressions of sympathy may be made to Our Lady of Providence High School, St. Vincent DePaul Society or Holy Family Catholic Church.

Online condolences may be made to www.kraftfuneralservice.net

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May 8, 2013

Ruth, I am sorry for your loss! While I did not know George very well, he seemed to be a friendly and kind man. He will be missed by the whole neighborhood. Lee Morganett

May 8, 2013

Julie Davis

Sheryl and family, I was so saddened to hear about your father. I will keep you and all of your Kaiser family in my thoughts and prayers. I'm sure you will all have many wonderful memories to share to help ease the pain a little but I know the grief never really goes away! Thinking of you and praying that God is holding you all close in His loving hands!

May 8, 2013

LeAnn Bickel

George was such a nice man. I saw him at every St. Paul's School fund raiser and always gave me heck for something....mostly for being Robin's sister. I just loved seeing him and getting an opportunity to catch up. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your sorrow. LeAnn Bickel

May 7, 2013

Mike Brock

Mike Brock. Man am I going to miss George! He was always so kind and treated my Father and I with respect and dignity when we saw him and spent some time with him. Your family was blessed, and know that I am thinking and praying for you. Tee it up in Heaven George!

May 7, 2013

Ruth Ann, Deanna and I want to express our condolences. We will pray for George and for you and your family. God bless you always.
Mike & Deanna Uhl, Evansville, IN

May 7, 2013

Beth Kemper

I called on George for years and have the greatest respect for him. We always shared stories about our families and he was so very proud of his! My deepest sympathy.

May 6, 2013

Tom O'Hara

I am sadened, I have so many good memories of our friendship.

May 6, 2013

Teresa and Butch Straw

Ruth and Family,
We want to express our deepest sympathy. We are out of town but will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

May 6, 2013

Johnny Uhl & Family

Aunt Ruth, Chris, Sheryl, DeAnn, Becky & family.
Mom (Sam), Denise, the girls & I send our warmest thoughts & prayers to all of you during this difficult time. George was one of a kind & never short on advice nor opinions.....& to say goodbye to such an original, genuine man is very difficult to say the least. The memories he helped create & the adventures we shared will remain forever etched in a special place in our hearts.
May all of you find comfort & peace knowing he's resting comfortably with God (although he's probably debating college basketball as we speak!)
All our best, Love

May 6, 2013

Dan and Cindy Matheny

Ruth and Family,
You have our deepest sympathies. May God's love provide you strength and comfort.

May 6, 2013

Tom and Lisa Kaelin

We are very sorry to hear the news of George's passing. Having met him early on in my career at Mars, he was truly a gentleman and provided a great deal of insight. As a member of Holy Family, we have had the chance to see George many times throughout the years and he always had a smile on his face and a good word to say. He will definitely be missed. We will keep your family in our prayers.

May 6, 2013

Richard Benich

We will more than miss you dear friend......will miss that big smile of yours and those sparkling eyes....until we all meet up again .....love you...hugs...

Richard and Pamela Benich New Albany IN

May 6, 2013

Bruce and Laura Baldwin

We were saddened to hear about George. We have great memories of "The Mayor" of Heritage Hills and were fortunate to be neighbors. Our thoughts and prayers to Ruth and the entire family.

The Baldwin Family: Bruce, Laura and Natalie

May 6, 2013

To Chris and the Kaiser Family, I am so sorry to hear of George's passing. You and your Family will be in my prayers!

Kent Marlin

May 6, 2013

Carolyn Kottak

You have my deepest sympathy

May 6, 2013

Shelly Kraft

Dear Ruth and Family,

Shelly and I are so sorry to hear of George's passing. The family reunions and times spent together will be cherished forever. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless. Brad and Shelly Kraft

May 6, 2013

Steve Kottak

Becky, DeAnn, Sheryl, Chris, and Ruth -

I was so sorry to hear about George's passing -- I'm thinking and praying for you at this time. I'll always remember George as a great man who was passionate about his sports teams, his home state of Indiana and, most importantly, his family. I always enjoyed his sense of humor and our converstations on many things, particularly when it came to IU vs. UofL. I admire how George managed a successful business while always keeping his family first. Through his words and actions, I saw the love he had for each of you and how proud he was of his family. I will always be thankful for having known him.

May 6, 2013

Harlan and Sue Uhl

We were shocked and saddened to hear of George's passing. We always enjoyed seeing and talking with you both whenever we chanced to be gathered together. We also remember with gratitude George's help and kindness to my brother, Dave. We will always appreciate that. At present we are in Texas and so will be unable to attend the visitation or the celebration of life, but you are all in our prayers.

May 6, 2013

Keith Bube

To the Kaiser Family,
My thoughts and are prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Keith Bube

May 5, 2013

Karen Vano

Such beautiful pictures and memories of a life well lived. Uncle George will be missed and so will his sense of humor and carefree personality.

May 5, 2013

Jennifer Maurry

My heart goes out to you all during such a difficult time. Rest in peace Uncle George, your zest for life and sense of humor will be missed. My thoughts are with you Aunt Ruth, Chris, Becky, DeAnn and Sheryl, as well as all the grandchildren that will miss their grandpa. Love, Jen Maurry (Uhl) and family.

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