Dennis P. Wegener

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Dennis Wegener Obituary

Dennis P. Wegener, 70, passed into the Lord's hands on Aug. 14, 2009 after a short battle with cancer. He was the beloved husband for 49 years of Alyce, nee Krueger; loving father of Jeffrey (Clara), Daniel and Dennis (Iris); proud grandpa of Erich; and fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Palmer and Gertrude; and two brothers Robert and Gerald.

Dennis was a retired Illinois State Trooper after 31 years of service, a member of the Gold Wing Road Riders Association, chapter educator of GWRRA ILZ2, member of the Blue Knights, Chapter XI and instructor for the Motorcycle Safety Foundation Program. Funeral Wednesday, 9:30 a.m., from Ridge Funeral Home, 6620 W. Archer Ave., corner of Natoma, to St. Daniel the Prophet Church. Mass, 10 a.m. Interment Queen of Heaven. Visitation Tuesday, 2 to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to your favorite charity in his name would be appreciated. 773-586-7900

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Aug. 16, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Dennis Wegener

13 Entries

John Gallagher

August 18, 2009

Dear Alyce

Please accept my deepest condolences. It was both an honor and privilege to have had the opportunity to serve with Dennis as a Motorcycle Instructor.
I will always remember the fun that we had when we worked together.

May his spirit live on in those he taught to ride.

John JJ Gallagher

Rev. Rich Bartley

August 18, 2009

Dear Mrs. Wegener:

On behalf of the Blue Knights Great Lakes Conference, I wish to convey our deepest sympathy to you upon the death of your husband, Dennis.

During Dennis’s many years of Blue Knights membership, he distinguished himself among his friends with his pleasant, enthusiastic manner and continuing high quality performance. He was a valued member of our Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club, and you can be justly proud of his contributions. It would be difficult to measure the impact he has had on the many people’s lives he touched, personally and professionally. His friends will remember him with respect and admiration and he will be missed by all.

I extend my condolences to you and your family. I hope that time and memories will help lessen the burden of your sorrow, and that you may draw some measure of comfort knowing that others care and share in your loss.

Sincerely,

Rev. Rich Bartley
Blue Knights Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club
Great lakes Conference Chaplain

Dennis & Sam Cozzo at the Chapter Christmas Party

August 17, 2009

My most sincere condolences to Dennis' family, He will be missed by The Blue Knights and will forever remain in our hearts.

Til We Ride Together again,
Joe Giannone
Blue Knights Illinois XI

Adrian Gregorio Jr

August 17, 2009

I pray that you Ride with Pride with Heaven I, Dennis. Condolences to the family and his friends. God Bless you.

Judy Tyrner-Bagdon

August 17, 2009

Alice, Jeff, Danny and Dennis,
My sincere condolences on the passing of Mr. Wegener. He will truely be missed. I will miss whisteling at him from Moms backyard, and watching him wave back. He is in Heaven, and no longer suffering. We will keep your entire family in our thoughts and prayers.

Love,
Judy Tyrner-Bagdon

Bernard Boona

August 17, 2009

My sincere condolences to the Wegener family. Please accept my deepest sympathies. As time goes on, the memories will return to the good times and the recent struggle with passing will pass as well.

August 17, 2009

Mrs Alyce, my deepest condolences for the loss of your husband. We in the Blue Knights will miss him, but know that he now rides in heaven one free of all disease and discomfort. John Linowiecki, ILL. XII

Rich Martinez

August 16, 2009

Alyce, our condolences to you and your family. I have many fond memories of Denny; having worked with him in District 4 for many years. The little red scooter he bought when he decided to learn to ride a motorcycle. I know he enjoyed his many experiences with the Blue Knights. We will keep you in our prayers.
Love,
Rich and Nancy Martinez

August 16, 2009

Dear Alyce, Jeff, Danny and Dennnis,
Our hearts go out to you all. Your dad will always be in our thoughts and prayers. We're so glad we renewed our friendship and had that wonderful week with you here in Arizona.

Love to all, Barb and Don

V. P. Tim Sampson

August 16, 2009

Dennis may you ride on the wings of St. Michael from your brethren of Illinois XIII.

August 16, 2009

Our Blue Knight Chapter Illinois Eleven ,And Many Chapters across the country send condolences to the Wegner Family
Denny as always " Ride with Pride "

Patty Tyrner-Moore

August 16, 2009

Mrs. Wegener, Jeff, Dan and Dennis,
I was so sorry to hear of Mr. Wegner's passing. The last time I saw him I knew he was not doing good but it still comes as a surprise. It seems like the end of an era on Nashville Street. I will miss screaming to him from my mom & dad's backyard whenever I would visit. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers. I know Mr. Wegener is riding a Gold Wing at Car Craft Nationals right now : )
Love,
Patty Tyrner-Moore

nancy daily

August 16, 2009

Our Condolences goes out to our fellow Blue Knights Family and Friends of Dennis Wegener.

Taken From Me
I'm sitting here in my room, looking at your picture.
Wondering why you couldn't be a part of my future.
Uncontrollable tears stream down my face,
while my heart beat starts to race.
Asking god why he took you from my life,
it was more painful than stabbing me in the heart with a knife.
I still needed you here
you were the one to make everything so clear.
you are apart of me and I am apart of you
when you died a part of me died too.
I never knew how hard it was to loose someone you love
until the day you went to heaven above.
Even though I can't see,
I know your up there watching over me.
I miss you more and more everyday
and all I can do is pray.
In my heart you shall forever remain

Our Hearts and Prayers are with you
Buzz n Nancy
Ohio III
Dayton Ohio