Uschi was a cherished mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend and will be deeply missed.
She was born Ursula Minna Panzau to Karl and Anna Panzau on September 19, 1937 in Bremerhaven, Germany.
As a young child during World War II, she lived through multiple air raids, including a bombing on September 18, 1944 that destroyed over 75% of the city.
As a young woman, she met John Kiser, a US marine stationed in Germany. They wed on December 31, 1960 and she immigrated to the United States. They had 2 children, Mike and Cindy. Uschi had many passions including traveling, gardening, bowling, shopping, and hosting parties for family and friends. Uschi loved animals and had many special dogs throughout her life. She enjoyed giving gifts and remembered everyone’s birthdays and anniversaries. She was decisive, assertive, and a true matriarch of her family.
She is preceded in death by her parents Karl and Anna, sister Ilsa, husband John, and grandson Nicholas. She is survived by 2 children; Mike Kiser (Shelli) and Cindy Shellhammer (Charlie), grandchildren; Angela Kiser, Danielle Swartsfager (Justin), Shannon Potts (Cody), Terra Kiser (River), and Cody Shellhammer as well as great grandchildren.
****You know that she loved bright and colorful clothes with a lot of sparkle. In her honor, we ask that you wear your brightest, most colorful outfits to her service.
A Visitation will be on Monday, November, 16, 2026 from 5:00 to 7:00 at Resthaven Mortuary, 11800 West Highway 54, Wichita, KS 67209.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Resthaven Mortuary, on November 17, 2026, at 10:00 am.
Donations can be made in her name to Evangel PCA, Kansas Humane Society or Beauties and Beasts.
