"To the Queisser Family - We send our best wishes to each and everyone of you! We thought it important to let you know how special we consider Fred and Marlene - true "salt of the earth" bigger than life personalities, which touched and influenced our lives! We think of them often with fondness, warm hearts and a joyous smiles. Having been our real estate guru, Marlene shared our obsession with houses and unique properties. We remember all the wonderful times, dining, entertaining and exploring the city together! You are all descendants of a great couple!"
In loving memory of
Fred Queisser
December 31, 1969 - December 31, 1969
Fred Allen Queisser, 83, of Indianapolis, passed away Wednesday, January 19, 2011. Fred was born to the late Frank and Catharine Queisser in Wichitaw Falls, Texas on May 23, 1927.
Fred attended Little Flower Catholic School and Cathedral High School in Indianapolis. He graduated from Purdue University in 1949 with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. While in college, Fred enlisted in the United States Navy where he served from 1944 to 1946.
After college, Fred served many companies as a mechanical engineer. Prior to Fred's retirement in 2001, he worked for the State of Indiana as a Techincal Education Consultant.
Fred was a member of the Knights of Columbus and the Veterans of Foreign Wars. In 2001 he was presented the Distinguished Hoosier Award by former governor Frank O'Bannon.
Fred was dedicated to his family and friends and will be missed for his clever wit and quick sense of humor. Fred had a passion for sports, particularly for Purdue, Colts, Pacers and Indians. Some of his favorite pastimes included traveling, bowling, French Lick, Las Vegas, crosswords, horse racing and slot machines.
Fred wed Marlene Catherine Seal on May 2, 1958 and enjoyed 42 years of marriage until her death in 1994. Together they raised five children. He was preceded in death by his parents, Catharine (Torrey) and Frank Queisser. He was also preceded in death by son Karl Queisser, brother Roger Queisser, and sister Alice Queisser.
He is survived by daughter, Sheila (Queisser Dull), sons Neil, Brad, and Stephen (Claire), daughter-in-law Heather Witte Queisser, sister Mary Curran, grandchildren Erin, Katie, Gibson, Alec, Alexandra and Katherine as well as numurous cousins, nieces and nephews.
Mass of Christian burial will be held on Saturday, January 22 at 12 noon at St. Luke Catholic Church. Visitation will be Friday, January 21 from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Flanner and Buchanan Funeral Center - Broad Ripple. Arrangements entrusted to the Leppert Mortuary, Nora Chapel.
You are invited to visit the website www.leppertmortuary.com where you may share a personal memory of Fred, sign the quest book or in lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to St. Elizabeth/Coleman Pregnancy and Adoption Services or the donors favorite charity.
Tributes
"Erin and Katie, your Grandpa Fred has left behind a lifetime of moments that will live in your heart forever ... may time bring you peace and memories ease your sorrow. Grandpa and Grandma Dull"
"To the entire Queisser clan,We are so sorry to hear this news of Fred passing.May God Bless your family and give you strength through the coming weeks. "
"ON BEHALF OF THE COMRADES AND SISTERS OF THE DEPARTMENT OF INDIANA YOU HAVE OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR LOVED ONE AND OUR DEPARTED COMRADE OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL.SINCERELY VETERANS OF FORIEGN WARS OF THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF INDIANA STATE CHAPLAIN KEISTON R.HOLLOWAY"
"To Brad and the Queisser family,I have so many good memories of being with Fred at so many great Democratic events. Fred was always so alive-- so able to make everyone around him comfortable, and to relate to everyone on a very personal level regardless of age or where they come from. He was a very special person, and has a very special family. He will be missed by all of us. Joe"
"Hey Derf, Nice timing! I see it is 3 degrees in Indy. You were one hell of a friend not to mention a great cousin and a real Queisser. I know you will be glad to see Marlene, and Karl who we all miss so much. Save a cozy spot for me up there will ya. To Sheila, Neil, Brad, and Steve my sincerest condolencdes for your great loss of your Dad. I am so sorry I cannot be there to see all of you as we now know how short time is. Sheila, it seems like just a few years ago since I drove you home (after imbibing quite heavily) from baby sitting for Emily and Suzie. Neal, I know this will be rough on you but keep on being yourself. Miss seeing you cut through the old back yard to catch Carp out of our old pond. To Brad and Steve, keep on keepin on. Miss seeing you put up the Christmas lights at St. Luke. Wow, who signed you up for that detail? I miss you all and all the good times we had at family get togethers. God Bless All Of You.P.S. It's 78 here today."
"I have such great memories of your dad. He was SO funny and I am smiling as I write this, thinking about him and Marlene and their funny bickering. Your mom and dad were always so welcoming to all of us O'Briens. So sad when the great ones have to go. Lotsalove sent your way."
"I am going to miss fred. He was my dads friend and neighboor. Even though i only met him a couple times he is still a good friend of mine."
"Dear girls,You are in our thoughts and prayers. I only met Fred a few times and know how much he meant to you. Your memories will be good ones and keep you comforted in the future. "
"Our sincere condolences to all the Fred Q family and friends, particularly those of Neil, Sheila, Brad, Karl and Steve. We're in Fla and so sorry were unable to be with you for the calling and funeral. Fred was a great guy and we're glad we got to know him and you kids a lot better in the past few years. Like Quentin said in his great comments, he's with Marlene and Karl now, probably having a nice cold Bud.Our thoughts and prayers are for all of you. If there's anything we can do for you, please let us know.We love you.Leo and Kathy QueisserIndianapolis"
"We have many fond memories of Mr. Queisser. He and Marlene were wonderful neighbors for many years on Dequincy Street. We daughters remember many fun nights sitting on the stairs listening to the block dinner parties with music, conversation, and laughter coming from the living room. He was so kind to attend my mother's funeral in 2007. It was a comfort to see his smiling face there. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Queisser familiy during these times. Much love, the Levin Family : Roy, daughters Lisa, Linda (Mitchell), and Laurie (Krashanoff)."