Jerry C. Keiser

Dr. Jerry Calvin Keiser was born March 29, 1938 to Othar and Adah (Haycraft) Keiser on a farm in Jasper County, Indiana, the youngest of four boys. He graduated from Wolcott High School in 1956, enlisted in the Army, then attended Purdue University earning his Bachelors and Masters, while working full time. Then earned his Ed.D at WSU. He was a part of the education world in IN, WA, and WI and shared his big heart during his time as a Guidance Counselor.

At a local basketball game, he spotted Marilyn Yerk, and two years later married on January 22, 1961, at Pine Grove Methodist Church. He loved a good joke and told many. He had many hobbies but his favorite was fishing with friends and family. They traveled to 50 states and 8 countries.

He was a member of the Immanuel UMC in Jefferson and was involved with various boards and sharing his voice in song on many occasions and enjoyed singing with his sons. He was involved with the Boys Scouts, Rotary Club, Jefferson HUD Commission, Food Pantry, and CPA.

He is survived by his wife of 65 years Marilyn, four children: David (Melissa), Darin (Lisa Siedzkowski), Darel (Holly), and Denise(David) Last, 12 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren and one more arriving in October. Along with his brother James of Kansas and many nieces, nephews, and other family and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents, and his brothers, John, and Julian, and sister-in-law Charlotte.

Visitation will be held at Schneider-Michaelis 900 W Racine St, Jefferson, WI on June 4th, 2026 from 3-6p, Funeral will be held at Immanuel UMC, 201 E Racine St, Jefferson, WI on June 5th, 2026 with visitation from 10a-11a and service from 11a-12p.