Michael Ted Kiser, known to everyone as Ted, was a man of many talents, deep determination, and a personality that left a lasting impression. Born in Carrollton, Georgia, on April 25, 1963, he was a lifelong resident of Haralson County and a self-described “Buchanan Boy” through and through. The 63-year-old male was a graduate of Haralson County High School’s Class of 1981, where he forged friendships on the baseball and softball fields that would last his entire life.
A skilled welder and auto glass installer, Ted was a resourceful and hardworking entrepreneur who built a life for himself through an uncanny ability to see an opportunity where others might not. He owned and operated several businesses, including Kiser Auto Glass and a grading and hauling company, and was known for his sharp eye for land and equipment deals.
Ted was a man of strong convictions and a generous heart. He was a faithful member of Dugdown Baptist Church, a community he loved dearly. One of his greatest joys was cooking for others, whether it was his famous, often first-place, chili, or a barbecue feast. His loved ones remember that he was always ready to help someone in need. A straightforward and strong-minded man, you always knew where you stood with Ted. He could fix almost anything, from heavy equipment to building something from nothing, and he had a unique vision for what a piece of land could become. Above all, his family remembers him for his incredible love, humor, and the countless stories he created with the many people whose lives he touched. He was a proud father to his son, Michael 'Kyle' Kiser, and daughter, Madison Turner, and a doting grandfather to Timberlei, Treasure, and Miles.
The morning of Thursday, October 1, 2026, brought sudden and tragic violence to the small city of Bremen, Georgia. At approximately 9:20 a.m., officers from the Bremen Police Department responded to a call about a person shot at a residence on Pacific Avenue. When they arrived, they found Ted Kiser deceased from a gunshot wound. He was discovered lying just outside the doorway of the home.
Police secured the scene and immediately began an investigation into the circumstances of the shooting. A suspect was taken into custody at the residence by Bremen police officers. Authorities did not publicly release the identity of the individual who was arrested. In the days following the shooting, police stated that the investigation was active and ongoing.
The Bremen Police Department, in conjunction with the Haralson County District Attorney's Office, began reviewing the case to determine the appropriate charges. The motive for the shooting and the specific events that led to Ted’s death were not released to the public. As of early October 2026, the case remained under active investigation, with central questions about the incident left unanswered.
The community was left to grapple with the sudden loss of a well-known and beloved figure. A funeral service to honor and celebrate Ted’s life was held on Thursday, October 8, 2026, at the West Georgia Worship Center in Bremen. Following the service, he was laid to rest at Macedonia Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery. In true "Ted style," friends and family were invited to gather afterward for a meal and fellowship to celebrate a life marked by hard work, generosity, and living on his own terms.
The family expressed their gratitude for the overwhelming outpouring of love, prayers, and support they received from the community during an incredibly difficult time. They requested that memorial contributions be made to the Macedonia Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery fund. While an arrest was made at the scene, the identity of the suspect and the subsequent legal proceedings have not been detailed in publicly available reports.
