Carlla Jeanne Kiser

Carlla Jeanne Kiser, age 75 of Warsaw, passed away on December 12, 2024, at Lutheran Kosciusko Hospital after bravely fighting breast cancer for several decades. Carlla was born on July 11, 1949, in Warsaw, Indiana to Carl and Clara "Irene" Kiser, Carlla touched the lives of many through her career, music, and unwavering spirit.

Carlla began her career at Farmers State Bank, where she was known for her attention to detail. Starting as a teller, she ascended through the ranks and retired in 2011 as the head of the computer department. Even in retirement, she accepted a job at Titus Funeral Home where she worked as the in-house musician and as a greeter.

A proud graduate of North Webster High School, Carlla furthered her education at Liberty University; she was a life-long learner and enjoyed reading.

Music was an integral part of Carlla's life. She was a talented Gospel Music soloist and musician, playing the guitar, mandolin, and ukulele. As a member of the Grace Village Thursday Night Jam, she shared her musical gifts widely, believing in the power of music to bring encouragement and comfort to others. Carlla served as choir director, pianist, and organist in several churches, always eager to uplift those around her with her performances.

Carlla is survived by her sister, Valerie Gardner of Warsaw; nieces: Vahnessa Hooste & April Eppenbaugh; nephew Michael Eppenbaugh; and numerous great-nieces and nephews - including Avalon, Fory, Elizabeth, David, Mikayla, Harrison, Bradly, Katherine, & Thor. She was also a proud great-great aunt and held a special place in the heart of Mark Weaver, her honorary nephew.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Carl E. Kiser and Irene (Acker) Kiser; brothers Christopher Lee and Forrest David Kiser; and her brother-in-law, SFC Winfield Gardner, US Army Retired..

Titus Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 2000 Sheridan Street, Warsaw is entrusted with care of Carlla and the family. Visitation will be held at the Funeral Home on Friday, December 27, 2024 from 4 to 7 p.m. On Saturday, a Life Celebration Funeral will be held beginning at 11 a.m. Doors will be open for one hour before the Life Celebration. 

Memorial gifts should be given to Animal Welfare League of Kosciusko County with envelopes available at the funeral Home. Written condolences can be left on Carlla's obituary page - www.TitusFuneralHome.com