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Lorene E. WESSELMAN

01/20/1930 - 01/04/2016

Lorene E. WESSELMAN obituary, 01/20/1930-01/04/2016, Spokane, WA

BORN

01/20/1930

DIED

01/04/2016

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Ball & Dodd Funeral Home

5100 West Wellesley Ave

Spokane, Washington

Lorene WESSELMAN Obituary

WESSELMAN, Lorene E. (Age 85) Was called to home with her Lord on January 4, 2016, surrounded by her beloved husband, children and grandchildren. Lorene was born to the late Amil and Marguerite Munk on January 20, 1930. She was born and raised in Spokane, WA, where she graduated from Marycliff High School. Later Lorene moved to Lacrosse, WA where she met and married her best friend, Frederick J. Wesselman. Fred and Lorene were married on November 29, 1952 and spent a beautiful 63 years together. Lorene was blessed with a large and loving family. Together Fred and Lorene lovingly raised their four children in Sprague, WA. In 1993 Fred and Lorene moved to Spokane, WA to be closer to their family. Lorene is survived by her husband Fred; her daughter Diana Gfeller; her sons Doug, Dennis, and David (Tabitha) Wesselman; her six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and brother Bob Munk. A Catholic Service will be held at 10:00am on January 9th, 2016, at St. Joseph Parish, 3720 E. Colbert Rd., Colbert, WA 99005. The burial will be on Saturday, January 9th at 3:00pm, located at Holy Cross Cemetery, 7200 N. Wall St., Spokane, WA 99208. The family asks that in lieu of gifts or flowers, donations be made in Lorene's name to the St. Joseph Parish, or the Union Gospel Mission.

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Published by Spokesman-Review on Jan. 6, 2016.

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David Eyre

July 4, 2016

I became acquainted with Lorene through family history research beginning in early 2008. I met her and Fred in person in April 2011 when I interviewed her about memories of her grandfather William Cook who was my great uncle. She was very helpful to me and I have several of her memories quoted in my book published in 2012. Sadly, I was not aware she passed on until 2 days ago at a family reunion. I would have wanted to attend the funeral. God's peace be with the Wesselman family.

Julie Eller

January 13, 2016

Fred and family--Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. Lorene was such a kind, welcoming person, with a beautiful smile and loving heart. We enjoyed visiting with Fred and Lorene at the sausage feeds in Sprague each spring, catching up on the family news.

May the Lord bless and keep each of you during this difficult time, and may His peace fill your hearts.

Julie (Stromberger)& Mike Eller

Judy & Gary Donner

January 12, 2016

Fred, Diana, Dennis, David
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all! I was quite saddened not to be able to attend the funeral for having not learned when it would be until it was just getting over. My thoughts and prayers were there with you, however!! All our love...Judy & Gary

Connie & Terry Prufer

January 8, 2016

We are so sorry for your loss. Lorene was a great person and will be missed. God bless you Fred and your family.

Pharelon (PJ) Johnson

January 6, 2016

I had the pleasure of taking care of Miss Lorene at Cheney Assisted Living before her passing. Our nightly ritual was the best part of my shift which often had us both laughing histarically before I handed her her rosary and said good night. I will miss her Greatly

Joy Wilken Family

January 6, 2016

Fred & Family, you are in my thoughts & prayers. Such a hard time to go through. We all loved Lorene and each of you. Keep your eyes upward. My kids have many memories with her at the school and you at John Deere. Miss those days.

January 6, 2016

So sorry to hear this news. Praying for peace and a time of gathering to enjoy precious memories.
Bill and Janet Stromberger

Ron and Tammy Miller

January 6, 2016

Fred, Doug, Diana, Dennis and David and families, We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as we grieve your loss. We find comfort and hope knowing Lorene is with our Lord and Saviour. God's Blessings to you at this difficult time. May the great memories of a wonderful wife, mom and grandma carry you through. Love to you always.

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