Randall John Kreisler, age 88, of Adams, Wisconsin died Saturday, January 14, 2017 surrounded by his family at Liberty Village in Adams, Wisconsin.
Memorial services will be 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 21, 2017 at Roseberry’s Funeral Home in Friendship, Wisconsin. Visitation will be 1:00 p.m. until the time of service on Saturday at Roseberry’s Funeral Home.
Randall was born July 7, 1928 in Fennimore, Wisconsin to LeRoy and Nina (Thompson) Kreisler.
He graduated from Madison East High School in 1947.
Randall married Gloria Hoffman on February 29, 1964 in Madison, Wisconsin. They enjoyed 22 years of marriage together until her death in 1986.
Randall owned and operated Castle Rock Sport Shop for 20 years and was a fishing expert of Castle Rock Lake.
He enjoyed the outdoors, especially fishing & hunting, and spending time with his family, friends, and pets. Randall was a great story teller and always loved to tell you a good joke or two.
He was a member of the Castle Rock Lions Club and the Castle Rock Lake Association.
Randall was preceded in death by his parents, LeRoy & Nina Kreisler; wife, Gloria Kreisler; son, Timothy Kreisler; sisters, Judith (Spencer) McElroy & Arlene (Willis) Hansen and brother, Gregory Kreisler.
Survivors:
Son: Thomas Kreisler of Arkdale, Wisconsin
Daughter: Julie (Jeff) Glaznap of Friendship, Wisconsin
Daughter: Jolene (Kevin Sawicki) Kreisler of Cudahy, Wisconsin
Daughter: Tammy Magine of Chicago, Illinois
Grandchildren: TerrieAnn (Dan), Scott, Keith (Jan), Lisa, and Peter
Great-Grandchildren: Nathan, Amanda, Brandon, and Kendra
Brother: Kerry (Helen) Kreisler of Cannon Falls, Minnesota
Further survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws, and friends
Sorry for your loss. Randy was a wonderful man! We knew him from Liberty Manor. My kids loved watching him draw and loved looking at his drawings. He was always so happy when I’d take the kids to visit him. Randy would always let them pick out a picture, it would make there day getting to pick one of there favorites. We will definitely miss our visits with Randy.
Randy was wonderful to be around he always had a way of making you smile he will be missed.
Very sorry for your loss Julie and Jeff.
What I remember is Randy was very comical and had something to say for every comment. Very funny man . May he have the biggest bait shop on the BESTEST lake God can give him in Heaven. R.I.P. RANDALL KREISL !
Dear Jolene and family,
Our sympathy and prayers go out to you all. Sorry we are unable to attend
services.
Love,
Ken and Lynda Sawicki
Franklin, Wisconsin
Our sympathy to the families .
Aunt Julie & Family of Randy……. you have our deepest sympathy. What I remember of him, was walking into his baitshop as a kid, & seeing his “works of art” in progress!!! He was quite a character! I’m sure he’s telling jokes to ALL those whom he has now joined…… Remember he will live on in your hearts!!! ? ?? Fish on Randy! ?
Our sincere condolences on your loss. The lost of a loved one is never easy. May the memories you have bring you peace.
My mom Lois and I give our sincere condolences to all on the death of “Ranny”.
Ranny was a good friend of our family. My father Ev Pettey (passed away 2008) was good friends with him dating back to their teenage years.
I knew Ranny my entire life. I recall many hunting adventures, fishing, and other good times with him. His art work survives him and continues to be enjoyed.
Ranny was pleasant, cheerful, and fun to be around. He always seemed to be positive. I can say he had a positive impact on my life and I am grateful for having the chance to have known him.
Though he has moved on to the next plane of existence, I am sure he is sharing good times with old friends and family.
God’s speed,
The Pettey family
Tom and family, sorry to hear of
Randy s passing. Randy sponsored a ballteam I was played on. He was a great supporter of team. I enjoyed fishing with him especially in the winter. I enjoyed visiting with him at liberty manor. We enjoyed his pencil sketches. He will always be remembered.
To all the family. My sincere condolences on the death of your precious dad, grandpa, great grandpa. What a special guy! He always had a smile and a warm hug just when you needed it. Too many great memories to share but close enough to make me smile when I think of him.? I will cherish the last hug and kiss from the reunion last August. Please know that others share in your loss. Love, Nina Lee
Tom, Julie, Jolene and Tammy
Randy was a building block of my life. I spent many summers at 708 Bartels Street in the Village and later at 5312 Maher Ave. They were the best times in my life. I was with Tim, Tom, Julie, Jolene, Tammy, Roxanne, Rochelle, Rhonda and Renae my cousins and with them we had some of the best days of my life. Going to the Cabin at Friendship-Adams, Jumping off White Bridge, Black Bridge and of course fishing, boating and swimming. At night we would fish and raid gardens of their bounty. I can remember the smell of the breakfast meal and the faint oder of the match Gran Ma Nina used to start the gas kitchen stove. Gran Pa Leroy would come home and I would drink the left over coffee in his thermos cream and lots of sugar. And of course the stove where Gran Pa would put his beer to warm it up.
Randy was a talented artist,hunter,trap shooter and of course a talker. Very quick witted and had unlimited jokes and advice which I sometimes could not tell the difference. I can still see the painting on the wall of the room. pheasants if I remember correctly. I do not ever remember him getting angry over anything. He endured the death of his wife Gloria, his oldest son Tim and his older sister Arlene, younger sister Judy and most recently his brother Greg. He took it all in stride and made the best of any situation. He taught me so much about the joys of just being a kid. Never judgmental, never talked down to anyone or me, he treated me the same as his own children. And that is saying a lot about his character and his caring for all those he came in contact with during his life. He was one of the Greatest Generation and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. He was a wonderful, caring person.
Tammy and Jolene, and the rest of the Kreisler clan, Dave and I are so sorry for your loss. We are praying for all of you and send our love to you. May God comfort you and give you peace through this difficult time. Please know that we are grieving with you.
So sorry for the loss of your dad Tammy. Our family is keeping your family in our prayers. God bless your dad. Heaven gained another special angel.
Tammy and family: Paul and I are so sorry for your loss! Sending hugs and thoughts your way.
I’ll miss seeing Randy ‘ s smile when I come into Liberty Village. My sympathy to you
Tammy and family-so sorry for your loss. Our hearts go out to you and your family in this time!!
Jolene,
Thinking of you and your family. It sounds like your dad was a great guy and I’m sure you have many fond memories of your time spent with him.
Sincerely,
So sorry we always had fun at the cottage with him.
So sorry for your loss my deepest sympathy to his family in this difficult time.
Sorry for your loss. He was someone everyone needed to know, talented and witty to the end!