Obituary of Dennis George Kaiser

Dennis G. Kaiser, 75, of Edgar, passed away peacefully with his loving family at his side, on Tuesday, December 19, 2023. Dennis’ death was a result of an ATV accident near his home on Sunday, November 5, 2023.

Dennis was born to Ralph and Martha (Andres) Kaiser on June 24, 1948 in Marshfield, WI. On July 5, 1969 he was united in marriage to his high school sweetheart, Emily Knetter. Together they began their family and purchased and operated the Kaiser Family Farm for 37 years. Following the farming years he went to work at Marathon Cheese Corporation until his retirement in 2017 at the age of 69.

Dennis’ goal in life was to be a good husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He succeeded greatly in all these areas. In addition to his family, he cherished his faith and was an active lifelong member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Edgar, where he served as a Eucharistic Minister, Treasurer, and above and beyond volunteer of the Holy Name Society.

In his retirement, Dennis enjoyed spending time with his family, volunteering at St. John’s and all that nature had to offer, especially hunting and fishing.

Those who will cherish his memory include his loving wife of 54 years, Emily, Children, Rod (Tracy) of Marathon, Tracy of Edgar and Chad (Barbara)Kaiser of Stratford; grandchildren, Jake (Amber), John, and Heath Kavajecz, Kaitlyn, Marissa, and Alex Kaiser, Christian and Angel Kaiser; great grandchildren, Kenzia and Sadie Kavajecz; Siblings, Jim Kaiser, Marilyn Hack, Paulette Lang, Barb (Ed) Solinsky and Ed (Elizabeth) Kaiser; sister-in-law, Laurie Kaiser along with many other relatives and friends.

Dennis was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Martha Kaiser; sister Sharon Stencil; brother Mark Kaiser; brother-in-law Louis Hack and sister-in-law Florence Kaiser.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, January 5, 2024 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Edgar, WI., where the visitation will be from 9 a.m. until time of service. Father Alan Wierzba will be officiating. Following the mass, he will be laid to rest in the parish cemetery. His grandchildren will serve as pallbearers.

In Lieu of flowers, a memorial fund is being established in Dennis’ name.

Dennis’ arrangements are under the care of Life Tributes Funeral Home-Spencer. To share a memory or offer condolences, please visit www.lifetributesfuneralhome.com.