Howard Wedel
Obituary
Howard Clarence Wedel, 97, passed away
on Monday (May 9, 2016) at his home in rural Peabody.
He was born on January 8, 1919, in
rural Moundridge to Herman and Christina (Voran) Wedel.
He married Louise Entz on September 10,
1951, in Newton. She preceded him in death.
Howard always wanted to be a farmer. He
loved working outside and enjoying God's creation all around him.
Howard also worked in construction approximately 20 years for Cliff
Cummings with Cuckler Building Systems in Newton. He appreciated the
new friends and acquaintances he made putting up metal buildings all
around the area. He is survived by his children: Art and Jana Wedel,
Marlin Wedel, and Lillian Wedel; brothers: Wilmer and Clarence Wedel;
sisters: Ruth Andres and Jane Entz five grandchildren: Amanda Wedel,
Julie and Tim Martens, Amy Wedel, Andrew Wedel; and great
granddaughter: Kaylie Martens. He was preceded in death by his
parents: Herman and Christina Wedel; and family members: Stanley
Wedel, Verna Regier, Elisabeth Regier, Eleanor Wedel and Kenneth
Wedel.
A memorial service is scheduled for
10:30 a.m. Saturday (May 14, 2016) at Zion Mennonite Church in
Elbing. A graveside committal service will be held prior to the
service at 10 a.m. at the Zion Mennonite Cemetery. A public
visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday (May 13, 2016) at Petersen
Funeral Home. The family will be present from 6 to 7:30 p.m. to greet
friends and family members.
Memorials may be given for Mennonite
Central Committee or the A.V. Fund at Zion Mennonite Church in care
of Petersen Funeral Home. Condolences may be left at
www.petersenfamilyfuneralhome.com
1919 - 2016 (97 years)