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Austin Wonderlich Obituary

Austin Wonderlich

Pleasant Hill

Austin William Wonderlich, 23, of Pleasant Hill, died tragically October 3, 2013. He was born August 22, 1990. He is survived by his parents, Bill and Jane Wonderlich and a brother, Cody.

A vigil will be held on October 9 at 6:30 PM at the Wonderlich home. A 12:00 PM Memorial Service will be held on October 10 at Oakwood United Methodist Church in Pleasant Hill. Memorials may be directed to the Wonderlich family.

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Published by the Des Moines Register from Oct. 8 to Oct. 10, 2013.

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October 14, 2013

To the Wonderlich Family-Life is so precious and can be taken so quickly. We hope and pray that you and your family know Austin is in a wonderful place. That does not ease the pain of losing a loved one...From our family to yours we pray that God shines brightly on your family and that he helps you through this most difficult time of healing.

The Eric Mason Family.

Bud & Carol Van Dyke

October 11, 2013

Bill,Jane and Cody, just want you know that you are in our prayers. We were very sad to hear about your dear son, Austin.

Jon and Kelly Anonson

October 11, 2013

Bill, Jane and Cody,
Our hearts are broken for you. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you.

October 10, 2013

Sorry to hear of your loss. We will keep your family in our thoughts & prayers. God bless.
Ken & Lynda Krueger family

Brent and Kay Veldkamp

October 10, 2013

Bill and Jane, we are so so sorry for your loss. Our hearts are broken for you; we cannot imagine the pain you must be feeling. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.

October 10, 2013

We were so sorry to hear of Austin's tragic death. You have been in our thoughts and prayers and we will continue to pray for you at this difficult time.
May God give you strength and comfort you. Doug & Joyce Raymond

Jerry and Martha Komma

October 10, 2013

So sorry for your loss. Such a fine young man with so much promise for the future. May God bless all your family. Jerry and Martha Komma

Steve, Kim, & Jason Morris

October 10, 2013

Please accept our heartfelt sympathy for your loss. It is our prayer that you will feel God's presence and take comfort in knowing that Austin walks with Jesus. God bless you!

Jacquelin Mellerup

October 10, 2013

I pray daily and think of all of you during this time. I also think of all the time I spent with Austin over the years in church and school events. God will give you strength and comfort till you see Austin again.

October 9, 2013

Nyal, Grant, Rich, and I would like you to know how much you have been in our hearts and in our prayers this past week. May you feel the love of your friends and family in the days and weeks ahead. God's peace.

Edith Meyers

October 9, 2013

Jane,Bil & Cody we are very sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you & your family Aunt Edie & Uncle Terry

Maria Munoz

October 9, 2013

Rip my friend.I'm bless to have had the opportunity to work with for so long! You will be missed. Heaven gained an angel

Brian, Val, Zach & Avery Wolfkill

October 9, 2013

We would like to offer our sympathy for your loss of your wonderful son Austin. Words can not convey how deeply sorry we are. You are all in our thoughts and prayers to help you through this time.

October 9, 2013

Bill,Jane,and family, We are so deeply sorry for your great loss. Prayers for strength and comfort. Scott & Susie Johnston

Molly,Tom, Koby, Bryce, and Trey Sherman

October 9, 2013

Bill, Jane, and Cody ~ Words can not begin to express how sorry we are to hear of your loss. We hurt for you so bad and are sending big hugs from afar. I will always remember Austin running into TRAC with a big smile on his face and a huge hug with each visit. We love you and know that you are always in our thoughts, prayers, and hearts!

Nancy & Rod Nelson

October 9, 2013

So sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Bob and Marilyn Younger

October 9, 2013

Your family has our deepest sympathy in your loss of Austin. We have heard so many neat things about Austin. We are Molly's great and uncle.

Don & Kim (Andeway) Deutsch

October 9, 2013

Bill and Jane,
So sorry to hear about the loss of your son. We will keep your family in our prayers.

Brenda Deheer

October 9, 2013

Bill, Jane and Cody, when I heard the news my heart just sank. My heart aches for you and you are in my thoughts. I am so sorry for your loss and the pain you are feeling.

frank gale

October 9, 2013

Bill and Jane,
Noticed the death of your son and felt I should let you know a pray was said to be with you. Having lost my son last March, I can relate to your loss and just want to know people do care for you at this time.

Kathy & Scott Nelson

October 9, 2013

Bill, Jane and Cody you are all in are thoughts and prayers. We are deeply saden by your loss. We will continue to keep your family in our prayers.

October 9, 2013

Cheri, Randy, Teresa and Niki. All sending loving thoughts to a great cousin and her family at this time.

Jennifer Chiles

October 9, 2013

So sorry for the loss of your son. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Stan, Beth, & Trent Willer

October 9, 2013

Bill, Jane, and Cody, our family's thoughts and prayers are with you during this most tragic loss of Austin. We are so sorry.

October 8, 2013

Bill and Jane,
I am so very sorry for the loss of your son Austin. You both are in my thoughts and prayers.
Linda Jones, Fort Collins, CO
(former co-worker at Digital)

Tom and Jane Tingle

October 8, 2013

Jane,Bill and Cody, Our hearts and prayers go out to all of you. Austin will be greatly missed. May wonderful memories of Austin be with you always. I'll always remember one time coming to visit Bill. Austin who was around 5 or 6 answered the door and yells, Dad the man with the round head is here.....We all laughed.. and I still laugh about it to this day. Love you guys... Tom and Jane Tingle

Danielle and Scott Hunt

October 8, 2013

Sorry for your loss. We will keep you in our prayers!

Scott and Melenie Wonderlich

October 8, 2013

Bill, Jane and Cody, our prayers are with you all.

Darla & Eric Weinberg

October 8, 2013

Bill, Jane & Cody .... No words can comfort the pain you all are feeling with the tragic loss of Austin. May God hold you in his arms and carry you through this difficult time until you can walk on your own. Know your friends are only a call away. Hugs from Darla & Eric Weinberg and family

Randy & Debbie Wonderlich

October 8, 2013

Bill, Jane and Cody,
You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. Hugs to each of you.

Shirley Young

October 8, 2013

Dear, Jane and Bill, so sorry for your loss. My heart just breaks for you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very heartbreaking time. Shirley Young a customer of yours.

Rick and Virginia VanZee

October 8, 2013

Bill Jane and Cody,
Our hearts go out to you all in this difficult time. God Bless. We love you all.

October 8, 2013

Dear Jane,Bill, and Cody-No words can express how very sorry we are about the tragic, heartbreaking loss of Austin. You are on our minds and in our hearts and prayers every day.
Cathy and Brent Barrett

Donna Kelce

October 8, 2013

Dear Sweet Jane. I can't imagine the pain you are feeling. You have been a constant on my mind. I am so very sorry for this tragedy in your life. I wish I could take away your pain. My love to you and Bill and Cody.

Mallory & Marty Wells

October 8, 2013

We are so sorry for the loss of Austin. May you find comfort in your family and friends.

Debra Harlan

October 8, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. May God help you through this time and through the coming days. I am Angel Williamson's Mother. God Bless You and your family.

Scott and Jodi Seymour

October 8, 2013

Bill, Jane and Cody - We are so sorry to hear about the loss of Austin. Our hearts just break for you all. We pray you will find comfort in your memories of him. Sending prayers, love and hugs to you from the Seymour family.

Kathy Kurtz

October 8, 2013

Jane, Bill and Cody
There just aren't words to express how sorry I am for your loss. Keep all those good memories close....they will help you handle each day. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Mary & Bill Tamasi

October 8, 2013

We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your son.

October 8, 2013

Bill, Jane, and Cody - We are deeply sorry to hear about the death of Austin. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
- Tom & Teresa Egli

Jeff and Tracy Hopkins

October 8, 2013

Bill and Jane,
We are so sorry for your loss. All of you will be in our prayers.

Carol Riggan

October 8, 2013

Just know that are arms are wrapped around you during this time of loss. We are so so lost for words, we are saddened to hear of sudden loss. Love Scott, Carol and Travis Riggan

Tim and Cindy Penfield

October 8, 2013

So sorry for your loss. Prayers for your family.

Matt & Shannon Harper

October 8, 2013

Bill, Jane and Cody ~
Words can simply not express how deeply saddened we are to hear of Austin's passing. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this time. Hugs to you all from the Harper family.

October 8, 2013

Bill, Jane, & Cody we are so sorry for your loss. There are no words to express the deep sadness felt for you and Austin. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you find peace and comfort with family, friends, and your faith.
~ Cristy, Joe, Matthew, Ryan & Kayla Jennings

Theresa McVey

October 8, 2013

Bill, Jane, and Cody - We are so sorry for the sudden loss of Austin. Our hearts break with yours. We are sending prayers of comfort and peace to you and your family.
The McVey's
Theresa, Bob, Logan, and Ella

October 8, 2013

Bill and Jane
Sorry about you loss, god bless you and family, our prayers are with you !!!!
Al and nancy larson

October 8, 2013

Bill, Jane & Cody we are so very sorry to hear of your loss. There are no words to express the deep sadness felt for you and Austin. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you.
May you find comfort with family, friends and your faith.
~ Cristy, Joe, Matthew, Ryan & Kayla Jennings

October 8, 2013

Jane and Bill, my heart goes out to you and you whole family. My you find comfort in The Lord. Big hugs to you all! Mark and Teresa Vance

Nathan Fritchen

October 8, 2013

We are very sorry for your sudden loss of Austin. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy. Prayers are with you. Nathan & Sharon Fritchen

October 8, 2013

We met Austin through my daughter Kelsey Kane. He was a sweet young man. Please know others care and we are keeping you close at heart. Our deepest sympathy, Kraig and Terri Kane

October 8, 2013

Bill, Jane and Cody peace be with you in this challenging time.
Austin, you will be in our hearts forever. you were special to us.

We love you all
Jon and Sue

October 8, 2013

Bill and Jane so very sorry to hear of your loss, prayers are with your family.
Kayla Harney

"Fred & Barney's" Mom

October 8, 2013

Austin,
Peace be with you my young friend. Until we meet again... I'll see you when I see you.

Arlen Wonderlich

October 7, 2013

Please accept our sincere sympathy.

Vicki Berry

October 7, 2013

Sorry for your loss I work with Jeanette and I have kids my self. My prayers are with all the family and friends

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