Bill Giesler

Dateline Jasper: William J. “Bill” Giesler age 76 of Jasper passed away at 12:48 P.M. Thursday May 10, 2007 at St. Charles Health Campus in Jasper. He was born August 17, 1930 at Jasper to: Clarence and Ida (Pfaffenburger) Giesler. He married Geraldine Stenftenagel January 12, 1957. He graduated from Jasper High School in 1948 and attended Butler University. He enlisted in the U.S. Army where he was a member of the 28th Infantry from 1952 to 1954 serving in Germany. He was a life member of the VFW Post 673 where he served as commander from 1957 to 1958. A member of the American Legion Post 147, the K of C, the Patoka Valley Chapter of Quail Unlimited, the National Rifle Association, and the Jasper Rifle and Gun Club. He was also a member of Precious Blood Catholic Church where he was a charter member of the Choir, a past president of the Men’s Society, charter member and first president of Precious Blood School Board of Education He was employed at Jasper Rubber Products since 1949 where he was a director since 1960, he was in purchasing for over 40 years and most recently held the position of Chairman of the Board. He was also a director and past officer of Jasper Southgate Industries. His favorite hobbies were fishing, hunting, shooting and golf. He was a very loyal Chicago Cubs fan. Surviving: his wife Gerry Giesler of Jasper 4 sons-Jack, Jeff and Andy Giesler all of Jasper and Jim Giesler of Los Angeles Chile. 1 daughter- Mrs. Fred (Jennifer) Brockman of Jasper 7 Grandchildren Visitation will be held from 1:00-7:00 P.M. Sunday at the Becher & Kluesner Downtown Chapel in Jasper. The Jasper High School Class of 1948 will have a Prayer Service at 4:00 P.M. Sunday at the funeral home. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M. Monday May 14, 2007 at Precious Blood Catholic Church in Jasper with burial to follow at Fairview Cemetery in Jasper. The VFW Post 673 will conduct the Military Grave Side Rites. In Lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to: Precious Blood Catholic Church, the Lange- Fuhs Cancer Center at Memorial Hospital, or the American Heart Association.