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for Alvin Wennemar
Sean and Kimberly Holsworth
October 8, 2008
Dear Lynn, Tammie, Bob and your families:
We are so saddened to know that you are suffering such a tremendous loss. We know that you are deeply grieving at this time. We also know, from similar experience, that all the wonderful qualities in Al, and all the beautiful, priceless memories you have shared as a family will sustain and comfort you. We are praying for God to comfort and reassure you also that He is in control; that He loves you all and He will get you through even your darkest days. Al will be greatly missed and very fondly remembered.
Sincerely,
Sean and Kimberly Holsworth
Brooke Ardhuerumly
September 29, 2008
We love you sooo much! Al, I know you are reading this right now and I'm sorry it took me so long to write but I wasn't sure what I wanted to say. You have always been a big part in our lives. My children have always seen you as grandpa Al. I appreciate all the nice things you have done for me over all these years like taking the pictures at my wedding (which were beautiful), getting me supplies from the target auction for work just because u wanted to, and helping me chase my crazy children at the lake. I will miss you very much and I will miss my kids yelling, with joy, grandpa Al is here and running over to see you! You will never be forgotten. You will always be with us. The world is better place because you were in it.
Mark Dikty
September 18, 2008
Al will be sorely missed. He was always there when I needed a ride to and from the airport on my visits back home. Who will be taking all those pictures now? He kept me up to date on the happenings back in the Fort and at the lake, he was always sending me pictures of recent activities and events involving ALL the grandchildren. We will all miss seeing him walking down the stairs at the lake with all his fishing gear and the boys in tow. My heart goes out to you Lynn and Bob. I know he was more than a husband / father. He was a great friend, companion and role model.
Dana (Larson) Smethurst
September 17, 2008
Tammi & family, I was saddened to hear of Al's passing. It has been many, many years since I've seen you all, but you've crossed my mind here & there. I have fond memories of Tammi & I spending time playing as kids at each other's houses. My thoughts are with you in your time of sorrow. Please take care
Gloria Hollifield
September 16, 2008
Lynn, Boo and Tammy,
Words cannot express our deepest condolences. Our fondest memories are of being neighbors in Sycamore and all the good times we had with you and the kids.Please know that you are all in our prayers and in our thoughts. Jim and Gloria Hollifield and Heather
Dawn Thornsberry
September 14, 2008
Lynn and Family
I am so very sorry to hear of Al's passing. I worked with him at the help desk at GE for almost 6 years. He was a wonderful person. I am heart-broken for you all. I really enjoyed getting to know Al through the years. When they moved the help desk to India, I really missed seeing/working with him.
Beth McCarroll
September 13, 2008
Lynn, Tammie, and Bobby,
I am very saddened to hear about the loss of your husband and father. Even though I haven't seen or spoken with any of you in over 20 years, please know that my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. God Bless, Beth McCarroll (your old neighbor on Wild St.)
Reita Hunt
September 13, 2008
I worked with Al many, many years ago at G.E. in DeKalb. We were all so young then and didn't know what our futures would hold. I am glad to read about his loving family and smile to know about his grandchildren. My granddaughter is almost a year old so I realize what blessings they are. Reading the loving entries here, I know Al had a wonderful life filled with wonderful friends. I'll remember him fondly. And my sympathy to his family at this most difficult time.
Dean and Linda Bickel
September 13, 2008
Al was a good man, a thoughtful husband, and a wonderful father and grandfather.
We will aways remember him with his camera in hand taking pictures of his grandsons and for that matter, all the little ones in the family. He loved taking pictures!
He will be missed.
Lynn, our thoughts are with you and all your family.
boo
September 13, 2008
dad,
you were my best friend, my father, my role model. i wish you a blessed journey to your fishing place in the sky. i love you dad, i will take care of mom now.
Terry Winicker
September 13, 2008
My husband and I have the honor of sharing grandsons with Al. On the day of his passing I had to explain to our grandchildren that grandpa wouldn't be taking them fishing anymore. I told them he would be watching over them from Heaven. How do you explain to a 2 and 4 year old that grandpa died? I am not sure that I understand. What I will tell them is that grandpa was a good guy and a hard worker. He would always be there to offer a helping hand. He was the one who would make fun food for the kids' at the lake. Reilly and Chase were always excited to have grandma and grandpa babysit. He was Bob's partner, friend and role model. We will all miss you forever my friend.
Brandy & Rich, Addie, Logan, & RJBIII Bolen
September 12, 2008
Lynn and family -
It isn't going to be the same without him, that's for sure. We will miss him a lot. I think I will miss his smile the most. He was always friendly, always joking, easily ammused. I will miss talking football and watching him play with the babies. Our prayers are with all of his friends and family. We can't tell you how much he really touched our lives and the lives of those who knew him, even for a short time. We're lucky to have known him.
Dustin Blaich
September 12, 2008
Wennemar Family,
The world lost an incredible man who was a wonderful son, husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He is a war hero who will never be forgotten. We are honored to have known Al and honored to be a friend of the family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
The Blaich's
Robert Epple
September 12, 2008
Lynn,
Needless to say, Mary Ruth and I as well as everyone in our office was shocked to hear of Al's passing. The extended Wennemar family have been more than clients, but friends for over the past 25 years or more. Our prayers will be with you and your family.
Bob & Mary Ruth Epple
Pam Waters
September 12, 2008
To all of you, I cannot find the words to express our sadness about Al. To the way we went back and forth about the Colts/bears,(all in fun, of course) hence our bowling team name - the beLTS. And the way he doted on Grace since he was only blessed w/boys as grandchildren. We will miss everything about him, we have many wonderful memories and will keep them forever. It was obvious how much he loved his family. He was a true friend to anyone who was lucky enough to know him. We will miss him deeply. Love, Pam & JD Waters
Tracey and Jeremiah
September 12, 2008
Lynn and Family,
We were saddened to hear about Al's passing. Our deepest sympathies. He will be missed greatly. We enjoyed bowling with you and Al immensely. Al was always in a good mood and always had a smile. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Victoria Amich
September 12, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with, and will continue to be, all of Al's wonderful family. The Wennemars have become an extended part of our own family and we love you all very, very much.
Jason, Victoria, Grace and Jocelyn
Amich
Aaron Eisberg
September 12, 2008
I just recently started bowling with Al on Tuesday nights. I didn't know him really well, but got a good glimpse of who he was this last Tuesday night while bowling. Very kind and funny person. Always discussing his grandchildren. My prayers go out to his wife and family. May he rest in peace.
Bob and Paulette Greene
September 12, 2008
Dearest Lynn and Wennemar family,
We remain shocked and deeply saddened by the news of Al's passing. We will always remember Al as a dear and caring friend who would do practically anything to help someone else in need. He certainly has been there for us many times during our nearly 20 years as family friends.
We pray that God will grant the Wennemar family consolation and strength now...in the difficult days just ahead...and always. Please know that we will never forget Al Wennemar and the true goodness and kind spirit he brought to life and shared so unselfishly with others...people and pets alike! We are truly blessed to have known him.
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