David Kayser

David Otto Kayser was born in Edwardsville, Illinois on July 13, 1932. He died at age 88 on August 18, 2020 at Barnes-Jewish Hospital with family at his side.

A U.S. Navy veteran, he served 6 years active duty from 1949 to 1955, including 4 years on the USS Bayfield as a boiler operator-mechanic. He continued that trade more than 35 years at McDonnell Douglas and Boeing aircraft companies in St. Louis. He was handy, humorous and sometimes inventive and creative. Since childhood he read fiction profusely—thousands of books. His notable traits of frugality and perseverance cannot be overemphasized.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Otto Henry Kayser and Wilma (McMichael) Kayser Toll, and his sister, Mrs. Doris (Kayser) Parcel. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Annie Mae Kayser. He is also survived by a son, 2 daughters, 4 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren.

A private family memorial service will occur at a later date. Memorials may be made to an organization of your choice.  Gent Funeral Home in Alton is in charge of cremation arrangements.  Online guestbook and information may be found at www.gentfuneralhome.com