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Donald Theodore Wessels
March 11, 1924 ~ February 26, 2017 (age 92) 92 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Crestina Espinoza
March 16, 2017 6:02 PM
"It only takes a spark to get a fire going"
You taught me so much about GOD'S love.
Thank you,
Crestina
You taught me so much about GOD'S love.
Thank you,
Crestina
Message from Sharon (Seubert) Miller & Ruby Seubert
March 10, 2017 4:20 PM
We were so sorry to hear of Don's passing -- he was such a wonderful man. Mom and I were remembering when I was very young and used to play over at Don & Rita's all of the time. I remember lots of good times at your house as does Mom. Don was such a devoted father and husband and such a gentle presence. I loved running into him and Rita occasionally at the grocery store and catching up with the two of them. They were so proud of their children and grandchildren -- and they had reason to be! Just know Mon and I think about all of you often, and we love running into those of you still in town when we are out and about. Our most heartfelt condolences and prayers are with you. We are so sorry for your loss. Love and prayers to all of you.
Message from Mary Beth Thompson
March 7, 2017 10:11 AM
Rita I am so sorry to hear of Don,s death. It is hard for you and your whole family but I can't help being jealous of the reception he will have had in heaven with such a resume! We will miss him at morning mass but he will be in all our prayers.
Message from steve agnew
March 3, 2017 9:30 PM
Thanks for the great memories Don. The run for Congress where Ed Agnew (my father) was the campaign manager...I still remember the campaign jingle...Don Wessels, Don Wessels he's our man...Don Wessels, Don Wessels has a plan...I have many fond remembrances and condolences to Mary Helen and Rita and all the family. See the pics uploaded from Mom's 80th b-day with Don...
Message from Judy and Doug Justus
March 1, 2017 1:12 PM
Rita, our hearts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
It was a pleasure to have known Don for over 50 years. He will be missed.
Judy and Doug Justus
It was a pleasure to have known Don for over 50 years. He will be missed.
Judy and Doug Justus
Message from Tom Agnew
March 1, 2017 11:58 AM
Dear Don. Thank you for Rita and your family, especially those I knew and grew with, your work for community and church, your support and encouragement of me, and my family, the example you lived, the legacy you leave, thank you. Very few have influenced me as long as you. Thank you. As we celebrate you and your life it is with heavy heart that we say farewell. Bon voyage. Say hello to Dad for me.
Message from Frank & Alice Carroll
March 1, 2017 9:38 AM
Dear Rita & family, Frank & I wish to let you know how welcoming you have always made us feel. Don always had a smile on his face for us even when he told us "his undercarriage was starting to fail." We loved visiting and laughing with both of you.
Love, Frank & Alice Carroll
Love, Frank & Alice Carroll
Message from Dan Petek
February 28, 2017 8:37 PM
Don gave me, and so many more, the opportunity to succeed in business. His agency, Wessels & Associates epitomized the launchpad of creative advertising. I will always hold Don and Rita close to my heart for helping me become a professional. We grew as an agency because Don had the acumen to create incentive programs to grow the firm. He kept us all working there with encouragement, praise, and an occasional challenge to "meet on the handball court." Yes Don, we secretly called you "the silver haired fastback" with all the love of employees who knew they had a far better thing than deserved. You helped us all. (Thank you.) Personally, ...I owe you that handball game. Keep that arm swinging. Hopefully I'll see you up there some day.
Message from Debora Schilling
March 10, 2017 10:14 AM
Glen Willow owes Don much! He was board President and turned our little village into a finely run business. His business acumen helped us create a budget process that will carry each Board forward for many years to come. He instituted Committees and chairs that help make Glen Willow a fabulous place to live. We will miss seeing him walking around the complex with Rita on his arm. As well, I will miss our summer talks in his garage with gin and tonics and his cigars! Our sincerest sympathy to all the family!
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