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Jan. 11, 2012 Naperville (IL) Sun reports: John "Van" Kaiser, 68, a resident of Naperville, IL since 1973, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 9, 2012 at his home surrounded by the love of his family. He was born August 14, 1943 in Rock Island, IL. Van grew up in Rock Island, IL and attended the University of Alabama. A passionate artist, an astute judge of people and a courageous entrepreneur are words that only begin to reveal the character of Van Kaiser. He began his career in advertising with Eagle Food Center, continued with John Deere & Co and then Wyse Advertising. In 1978, along with his partner Steve Rhea, Van co-founded Rhea + Kaiser Advertising in Naperville. Van retired in 2009 and returned to his true passion for the arts and his lake home in Hayward, WI. Amidst the northern wilderness beauty, he enjoyed fishing, boating and drawing in his art studio. Van is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Twila; his cherished daughters, Lara Kaiser of Maple Park, IL; Rachel Kaiser of Chicago, IL and Jennifer (Tom) Stras of Geneva, IL; his wonderful grandchildren, Hailey Kaiser, Allison and T.J. Stras; his dear sister, Judy (Phil) Nies of Hayward, WI; his niece and nephews, Jonna, Mark and Matt; as well as his dogs and a lifetime of good friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Helen Kaiser. For those who would like to leave a lasting tribute to Van's life, memorials to the American Lung Association of IL, 55 West Wacker Dr, Suite 800, Chicago, IL 60601 would be greatly appreciated. A visitation will be held on Thursday, January 12, 4:00 until 8:00 PM at the Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Naperville. A Celebration of Van's life will be held on Friday, January 13, 10:30 AM at the funeral home. Interment will be private. Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home & Cremation Services 44 South Mill St, Naperville, IL 60540 (630) 355 0213 www.friedrichjones.com Statement by Rhea + Kaiser We are deeply saddened to announce that John V. (Van) Kaiser, co-founder of Rhea + Kaiser, passed away this week. He was 68. Van's creative prowess and contagious humor grounded and inspired the agency and our people. The business is stable and running business as usual. The agency's other co-founder Steve Rhea and Van have long had plans in place for an orderly transition. Our hearts go out to Van's family and friends. Tweet |
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