Jeffrey John Kaiser

Jeffrey John Kaiser, 66, of Laguna Hills, California, passed away  February 4, 2023  after a year and a half  battle with ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis). He was born to Thomas and Jean Kaiser, a fireman and a housewife, in Los Angeles, CA on May 22, 1956. He grew up in Playa del Rey and Seal Beach with his brother, Greg and two sisters, Patti and Peggy. He enjoyed going to the beach, practicing sports, and having fun with cousins and friends. His childhood was an idyllic time in his life, which he recalled fondly. He and his family created many memories while enjoying vacation trips camping at Lake Powel. 

He attended Point Loma College in San Diego, CA. He lived in a dorm overlooking the coast at Sunset Cliffs. He graduated from there with a business degree and lived in San Diego for many years. 

Jeff was the first California Collegiate Surfing Champion in 1979. He was also a member of the United States Surfing Team and the Four Man Olympic Team in 1980. Jeff also treasured surfing trips with his brother Greg to Indonesia, Costa Rica and Mexico.

Jeff and his brother Greg painted houses for several years under their dad's painting business. Then, they both joined First Transit and became bus drivers. Jeff drove public buses in Orange County for around eighteen years. 

In 2020, Jeff began experiencing strange symptoms on his right arm.  Eventually in September of 2021,  he was diagnosed with ALS. His decease progressed over the following year. His worsening symptoms resulted in the lost of his career as a bus driver and also losing his total independence.

Jeff was kind and softly spoken. He will be dearly missed by his loved ones. He is survived by his wife, his parents, his brother, his two sisters as well as his cousins, nieces, and dear friends.