George Edward Eisiminger, 78, of Wathena, Kansas passed away Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at the Wathena Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center.  
George was born on January 19, 1948 in Wathena, Kansas to Thomas Henry and Maude Jane (Risner) Eisiminger.  He was the youngest of eight children.  After graduating from Emporia State College, he joined the U.S. Marine Corps in 1969, serving for four years.  After returning home, George enjoyed a career of multiple roles spanning decades, to include a fire fighter, a chemist, a munitions inspector, and a substitute teacher.  
George loved the written word.  He enjoyed writing, submitting pieces to the (then) Wathena Times.  He was a history buff with a particular interest in military battles.  George and his mom had a gift for memorizing significant poems and quoting them at family gatherings - at just the right moment.  And he enjoyed the old hymns and was known to sing a verse or two if the mood was right.
He had a deep affection for his dogs and bird hunting.  In retirement, he enjoyed a weekly routine of taking bananas (or any ripe fruit) to friends, family and the nursing home, giving him a chance to visit.   George was a member of the First Baptist Church and the Wathena American Legion Post #161, serving as a Post Commander.    
George was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Ted Eisiminger and John Eisiminger, and sisters Veta Miller and Mary Jane Miller.  He is survived by his siblings Eugene Eisiminger,  Dollie Noyes, and Jim Eisiminger, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and a lifetime of very good friends.  
Visitation will be held at 6-8pm on Monday, September 28th at the First Baptist Church in Wathena, Kansas.  A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, September 29th at 10:30 am, also at the First Baptist Church.  Inurnment in Bellmont Cemetery, Wathena, Kansas immediately following the memorial service.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Wathena EMS or the American Legion Post #161.  Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Wathena, Kansas will oversee arrangements.  www.harmanrohde.com