Dear Deb and family, My sincere sympathies with your great loss.
Doc and I had so much fun together hunting and fishing and just laughing and talking about so many things. Even fixing my two front teeth which I managed to break on my way to meet him for a day of hunting. We spent that day in his office instead.
One only hopes that you can find a friend like this in life -- funny, intelligent, compassionate and a creator of so many good memories.
RIP Doc.
Larry Pillard
August 26, 2020
Dear Deb and family,
My love and prayers are with you all. Dr Willer was such a kind, compassionate, gentleman. I was fortunate to work with him and see the many kind works of service he did for his patients, family and friends. He
was a wonderful boss and reached out to me several times over the years with a phone call (he was fishing, maybe Canada?)
when I was having a health issue and later with funny or encouraging notes when I was going through rough times. That meant the
world to me! He will be missed by so many. I will always remember him with a smile! He loved his family dearly and deeply and
shared that pride with us often. Rest In Peace Dr. Willer
ELLEN Kuster
August 23, 2020
My condolences to the family of Dr. Willer. I worked for Kent when he first opened his office in Cedar Rapids. Although I had no professional trading or experience, he took a chance and hired me anyway. He was a great mentor and very patient as I learned. A true gentleman.
Sharon Varo
August 20, 2020
Thoughts and prayers are being sent to the Willer family. I've always remembered a lifes learning experience that involved Kent, myself and Coach Bowers at baseball practice. It is remembered 60 years later. Kent was a Special person.
Daryl Achenbach
August 20, 2020
Dr. Willer was our family dentist when we moved to Cedar Rapids in 1973 until his retirement. We didn't need a pediatric specialist because he was super gentle and calming, patient and kind to little children. We always enjoyed our visits to see our dentist and his staff. We miss him and extend our sympathies to his family.
Joanne Ward
August 18, 2020
Sorry to hear about Dr. Willer, but so happy he had time to enjoy some of his retirement too! He was always a joy to work with and had a smile on his face, which his patients and co-workers appreciated so much! We will remember him always as such a wonderful, kind person!
Jill O'Hara
August 18, 2020
Dr. Willer was my dentist for a number of years in Cedar Rapids. His chair-side manners were second to none during my visits. Always considerate and caring. He was always enthusiastic in sharing the latest developments in dental technology too. After my treatments, we usually shared a minute to talk about cars & motorcycles. He will be missed as an example of a fine human being.
Bob Anderson
August 18, 2020
I was so sorry and shocked to hear of Kent's passing.
Dr Willer and I grew up together in Center Point.
We started school together in kindergarten and remained good friends through school. Played baseball under coach Bob Bowers, Basketball, and track.
And much fun in the Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts.
We did a lot of things together that I wouldn't mention here, and a lot of great fun things that would take way too much time.
I had a dentist when Kent moved to Cedar Rapids. But it didn't take but a few seconds to decide to move to his office. And going to the dentist was really enjoyable for me.
We got together for a lot of bicycling for several years.
I'll always remember that warm smile he had.
For Deb, Jolene, Janene, and the rest of Kent's family, all the best to you, and I know it's going to be difficult to adjust to his loss.
Jim Neagle
August 18, 2020
Janene, Jolene and family. Sorry to hear of Kent’s passing and your loss. Although I didn’t know him at CP, I got to know him later. Glad that opportunity came along.
Jim Kouba, DDS
August 17, 2020
I am writing this for a long time patient of Dr. Willer's. JoAnne Mitchell wants the family to know that she owes her life to Dr. Willer. Back in 1975 he insisted she have a biopsy on a spot on her tongue. It was cancer and she went through treatment and is alive today she feels because of him!! She loved him as a dentist and as a person! Condolences to his family! She asked me to print this as she has no computer.
Michelle Horstman
August 17, 2020
I worked with Dr. Willer as his hygienist for 32 years! So knew him pretty well! He was a kind, softspoken gentlemen! You couldn't have asked for a better boss, dentist, and friend! We had remained close since he retired. His family was everything to him! I loved him and will greatly miss him!!?
Michelle Horstman
August 17, 2020
Kent was a friend and classmate of mine in the 1967 graduating class from the University of Iowa, College of Dentistry. Kent was a great guy and an excellent dentist. I referred patients to Kent when ever I had a patient move to Cedar Rapids from my practice in Burlington. I have not been in contact with Kent in recent years and I was sorry that he could not attend our 50th class reunion in 2017. Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss. I pray that God will surround you and your family with love and care during this time of sorrow. I will notify the College of Dentistry of Kent's passing and also notify some of our classmates.
Dr. David C. Camp
August 17, 2020
Dr. Willer was one of those wonderful people in my life who will always have an impact. He was always so kind and patient. He was soft spoken and a gentle soul. I would have loved to have ran into him and visited and minute or two. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My heart goes out to you!!!!
Renee M.
August 17, 2020
Our heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family during this difficult time. May you be comforted by the many happy memories you have and the Love you are surrounded by.
Louise Pry
August 17, 2020
Condolences to the Willer family. Dr. Willer was the first dentist I worked with when going through the dental assistant program. He took me under his wing and helped me through all my insecurities as a new assistant. He was truly a kind, gentle and caring man!! RIP, sir and thank you!!
Wendy Frye-Agers
August 17, 2020
Our deepest condolences to the family of Dr. Willer. He was an amazing dentist and person. Our family all thought highly of him and his staff.
Debbie Crane
August 17, 2020
Dr Willer was our family dentist in Coggon & throughout his career in Cedar Rapids till he retired. He was good with our children, and continued to inquire about them after moved away. He was very kind, gentle & caring. Condolences to his family.
Betty Gottschalk
August 16, 2020
I never had a chance to say how much this man inspired me or express gratitude for the life he shared with me. Thank you Dr. Willer!
I remember the kind receptionists, assistants and hygienists. I remember his kind manner, careful movements, and his listening skills.
Dr. Willer inspires me often to be a better listener. He inspires me to be more thoughtful, more empathetic, and more gentle.
Dr. Willer, I’ll remember you and share your spirit and virtues with my family and patients. Lord, strengthen us. Amen.
Blake J. Perry, DDS
August 16, 2020
Our entire family (Dean, Anna & Tyler) sends its sympathy to the Willer family. We remember him as our dentist, seeing him at INCA events, and at gymnastics practice.
Ruth Main Soenksen
August 16, 2020
So sorry for the great loss. Kent was one of the most gentle, kind and considerate men I’ve ever met. His loss will be felt deeply by anyone fortunate enough to have known him.
Shawn Westbrook
August 16, 2020
Dear Deb,
I’m so sorry for your loss. Dr. Willer was such a caring Dentist . He was always so good to my husband and myself . We enjoyed many good laughs and loved how he would tease Michelle . They were a hoot .
He may Rest In Peace now . Peace to you
Carmen McGriff
August 15, 2020
Dear Deb , Heather, Allison and family,
My sincere condolences and sympathies to you all. Kent was a kind, gentle, soul. I always enjoyed going to the dental office from a young child till he retired. I’m most thankful that we got to reconnect and the time I spent with him the last few years I will always cherish those memories . We had good talks and laughs . He always had a gleam in his eyes when he spoke about all his grandchildren . I’ll always see his expression in my mind . Bestow my heart .
Love and hugs
Nicole Olson
August 15, 2020
Jolene, Janene and Family, so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for All.
Karol Crumes
August 15, 2020
Deb & Family, my heart goes out to you all. Dr Willer was a kind and gentle man. I enjoyed working for him, he was always smiling. I have so many funny and wonderful memories?
Karen Foht
August 15, 2020
I am so sorry for the loss of Dr. Willer. He was a kind man to all and I enjoyed working for many years in the dental office we shared with the Willer group. I remember him warming up my coffee as he poured some for himself! Memories of him will live on through his patients, colleagues, friends and family.
Alice Brown
August 15, 2020
Deb and family my deepest sympathy on the loss of Kent. I enjoyed the visits in Mesa watching Iowa ballgames. He was a true friend to many people. He was a very nice genuine man. Thinking of you.
LuAnn DeMoss
August 15, 2020
This is so Heartbreaking.?? Dr Kent Willer held a very special place in my heart. ?? He was an absolutely fabulous employer and even a better friend. I can share So many fun memories, goofy stories of this caring, generous, gentle man . He was truly one of the best .. He loved his family so much, loved life and loved taking care of others. I miss him already. God Bless ????
Julie Daughetee
August 15, 2020
Dr. Willer was such a joy to work with. Always ready with a smile, a kind word and a twinkle from those blue eyes. I am so sorry for your loss, he was a sweet, wonderful man.
Colleen Digmann
August 14, 2020
Deb and family, our deepest sympathy on your loss. We will cherish our many memories of the good times at Mesa Spirit.
Carole & Wayne Bower
August 14, 2020