Sarah Lou Sutton Kiser
Sarah Lou Sutton Kiser, 86, passed away peacefully on Feb. 21, 2026, in Madison, surrounded by her family. Sarah was born on Aug. 7, 1939, in Winston-Salem, N.C., to Robert Bean and Elsie Lou Sutton.
Sarah lived a life marked by compassion, dedication, and love for her family and community. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Duke University in 1961. Her career as a registered nurse spanned decades and left an indelible mark on those she cared for. Her passion for nursing inspired two of her grandchildren to pursue careers in health care, continuing her legacy of service and care.
Sarah married Albert R. Kiser Jr. on June 24, 1961. For over 50 years, they worked and lived in Monticello with their four children: Catherine Oenbrink (Steve), Molly Meeks (Mark), Robert Kiser, and Jonathan Kiser (Tatia). She was a devoted grandmother to Hallye Lewis, Lilly Klepzig, Sarah Meeks, Jennifer Kiser, Hannah Dvorak, Jackson Kiser, Caroline Kiser, Kate Kiser, and Charles Kiser. She also cherished her great-grandchildren, Emma and Anders Lewis.
Sarah is survived by her sister, Peggy Wade, and will be fondly remembered by numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Albert R. Kiser Jr., and her brother, Robert B. Sutton Jr.
A woman of many talents and interests, Sarah found joy in knitting Christmas stockings for her grandchildren–a tradition that brought warmth and love to each holiday season. She also delighted in hosting parties in the “Bubble” for her friends at St. Catherine’s, where she created lasting memories filled with laughter and camaraderie. Sarah’s life was one of strength and commitment.
Her dedication to her family and profession touched countless lives over the years. May her memory bring comfort to all who knew her.
A memorial service to honor Sarah’s remarkable life will be held at St. Columbs in Ridgeland at 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 11, with a private interment to follow in Winston-Salem. Visitation will be held before the service from 1 to 2 p.m.
The family would like to extend its gratitude to the wonderful staff of St. Catherine’s and to our friends at Covenant Caregivers. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Mind Center UMMC.
